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Tips for Parent-Teacher Conferencing

Are you a teacher getting nervous about the approaching parent-teacher conferences? This article has great tips for how both you and parents can get those most out of this school tradition. By Elena Aguilar

Laura Lurns Last updated September 30, 2016 · 1 min read

It is important to remember to always approach fellow parents with positive comments whether than negative ones so these parents do not feel like you are singling out their child. Just like you, parents want to see their child shine and grow and learn. It’s also important to always be prepared for these conferences and always have a solution in mind.

Each situation is delicate and taking the time to learn from that situation is key. Always show the parents that you care about their child and their well-being. Showing that you care will keep parents’ attention towards you and to pay attention to what they are saying. Pay attention to what the parents are saying and they’ll pay attention to what you are saying.

Key takeaways

Parent-Teacher conferences are an important opportunity for teachers to get parents in their student’s education.
It is better to over prepare for a Parent-Teacher conference than under prepare.
Parents just want their child’s teacher to be helpful and open minded.

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Laura Lurns · Learning Success expert Writes about the learning brain for parents who want plain answers. Every article is grounded in current neuroscience and classroom practice.

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