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termine what he or she likes or dislikes about school this year.
• Prepare a list of questions or concerns, such as “What special talents does my child have?," “What does my child need help with the most?” or “How does my child get along with others?”
• Listen to what the teacher has to say. If the teacher uses unfamiliar terms, ask questions. If you don’t understand what the teacher has said repeat it in your own words.
• Use a team approach. If you feel your child’s skills, abilities or personal characteristics are being criticized, ask for specific suggestions on how to correct any behavior problems or improve academic progress.
While some parents eagerly await conferences, others may be reluctant to attend. Therefore the authors suggest that teachers find ways to encourage attendance by:
• Using a direct personal contact with the parent such as written notes or telephone conversations to praise the child’s academic achievement, special talents, behavior etc.
• Inviting parents to visit the school to have lunch with the children, attend a play or to review an art display, prior to conferences.
• Arranging the seating so the teacher and the parent are face to face on the same side of a table.
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