Parent teacher conference meeting coming up soon? Here’s what you can expect.

Parent teacher meetings are an opportunity to check in with your child’s teacher about their performance so far in the school year. Because math is sequential and builds on itself, a private visit with your child’s teacher allows you to see if the year is off to a strong start or if your child needs more support. Take this time to make plans to help your child improve earlier in the year if needed rather than waiting until your child is even further behind in the Spring.

These conversations can bring more clarity than the feedback you might get from your child. Also, student work samples are typically available so you can monitor progress from home. 

Tips for getting the most out of your conference:

Before the meeting

• Talk with your child about how they think they are currently performing (do they participate, raise their hand, ask questions when needed?)
• Make a list of topics with your child that you both would like clarification on so you can support their learning
• Note any changes in your child’s work habits or attitudes to share with teacher (avoidance of certain concepts, seemingly not challenged when doing homework, confusion, frustration, or lack of perseverance in problem solving)

During the conference

• Ask the teacher to see samples of your child’s work 
• Ask to see example problems of topics you and your child would like clarification on so you can help your child rise to the challenge
• Remember the teacher is your partner in ensuring your child’s success this school year; you both are invested in your child’s success so ask for tips to foster strong communication
• Thank the teacher! They work really hard to update all their students’ families on their progress!

After the conference

• Your child is eager to hear about what was discussed during the meeting - find a time to review so any changes can be implemented immediately
• Begin by sharing highlights and positive feedback from the teacher with your child
• Inform your child of any upcoming changes that will help them be more successful in the classroom (new seating, additional enrichment for more of a challenge, before or after school support)
• Continue to communicate with your child’s teacher to make sure the plan you both came up with is in motion and assess your child’s progress (are more changes needed or are current changes no longer needed)

We always love to hear feedback from your child’s math teacher! We are happy to communicate with the teacher to provide classwork support for your child during their Mathnasium session. Just provide us with a class syllabus, sample classwork, or other materials from the teacher. Your child’s  teacher is also more than welcome to contact us directly at [email protected].

If your child isn't currently enrolled at Mathnasium and they are in need of math enrichment, visit our Dadeland Center! Or Schedule an Assessment to see what areas we could focus on to make them feel confident and secure in their math education.

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