Dear OES Parents,
My apologies for the erroneous information about conferences.
Please save the new dates:
What: Winter report card conferences
Days: Thursday March 27th from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Friday March 28th 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Topics suggested for parents while attending their children’s report card conferences
We are inviting parents to participate actively in their children’s report cards conferences coming in March. Additionally, we would like to provide parents with some crucial recommendations for the subjects that should be discussed at conferences. The list of subjects below is merely a beginning point for making conferences more engaging, educational, and effective.
School Conferences for Parents
Engage with teachers for insights into a child's academic progress and social development.
Impact educational experience.
Parents should be prepared with questions.
Please consider the following talking points while attending your child’s report card winter conference:
Academic Performance Overview
Parents should assess their child's academic performance.
Questions should focus on strengths and weaknesses in various subjects.
Comparisons with class expectations and excelling and struggling subjects can provide a clear picture.
Parents should inquire about assessment types and their impact on their child's learning style.
Social Skills and Behavior in Children
Importance of understanding a child's peer and authority interactions.
Parents should inquire about their child's social behavior in class.
Assessment of social development requires discussing child's conflict resolution and teamwork.
Classroom Environment Understanding
Parents should assess their child's response to the educational setting.
Questions like "What is the classroom atmosphere like?" and "How do you encourage student engagement?" can evaluate teaching methods and learning preferences.
This information helps determine a child's adaptation to classroom dynamics.
Homework and Study Habits Discussion
Parents should discuss homework policies and expectations.
Discuss homework time and recommended resources.
Help establish effective study routines for academic growth.
Parental Support and Resources
Parents should inquire about available resources and support for their child.
Questions can include additional help for struggling students and recommended enrichment programs.
Understanding these systems aids parents in advocating effectively for their child's needs.
School Conferences: Importance and Benefits
Facilitates collaboration between parents and teachers.
Questions cover academic performance, social skills, classroom environment, homework, and support resources.
Preparation for thoughtful questions enhances educational experience.
Open communication contributes to a child's success in school.
John Osorio
Assistant Principal
651-744-6368 / john.osorio@spps.org
