Getting ready for Parent-Teacher Conferences November 14, 1-4 and 5:30-7:30?
10 Tips to Make the Most of Your Parent-Teacher Conference
At the Conference
6. Stay calm.
It’s important to keep your emotions in check during the conference, even if your child is struggling with something. Taking a few deep breaths can help. Using a respectful tone will also help you and the teacher find solutions together for your child.
At the same time, if you disagree with the teacher, be sure to speak up. If you don’t say something, the teacher may assume you don’t have concerns.
7. Ask the most important questions first.
Remember that you only have a short time. Try to cover your most important questions and concerns first. (Use your list of questions, if you had time to make one.)
But try not to worry if you don’t get to everything. You can still ask for a follow-up meeting with the teacher to discuss anything you couldn’t get to. And if you don’t understand something the teacher says, ask for an explanation.
Who wants to be a Huskie?! Come cheer them on Friday, November 8, 7:00 pm, Hemlock vs. Sanford Meridian! Go Huskies!
Go Huskieees! Friday Night, November 8, 7:00 pm Hemlock vs. Sanford Meridian!
Our PTO group is meeting tonight at 7:00 in the MS library--will review most recent fundraisers and talk about plans for holidays-related activities. All are welcome! We have a great core group, but would love to have additional members participating.
10 Tips to Make the Most of Your Parent-Teacher Conference on November 14, 1-4 and 5:30-7:30
At the Conference
4. Arrive a few minutes early.
Try to get there a few minutes early so you can find the classroom and not miss any of your time. If you’re early and waiting, check out the hallways where student work is posted to see what the class has been working on.
5. Skip the class overview (unless you need it).
Teachers often begin the conference with some general class information. While this can be helpful, it takes up valuable conference time. If you already know this information, politely say something like: “I’ve been reading your newsletter. If it’s OK with you, can we spend more time on the questions I have about my child?”
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Come out to support the Varsity Volleyball Team as they travel to Carson City-Crystal High School to take on Ithaca for their second round of Districts! Come wish them luck and cheer them on as the bus departs Hemlock High School at 4:05 PM to 4:15 PM. Game time is at 7:00 pm! Good Luck Girls and Go Huskies!
Go Huskieeeees! Friday Night, November 8, Hemlock vs. Sanford Meridian!
Go Huskieees Volleyball! Tonight 7:00 pm, Carson City-Crystal HS-Hemlock vs. Ithaca!
10 Tips to Make the Most of Your Parent-Teacher Conference
Before the Conference
3. Make a list of questions.
Now that you’ve talked with your child and reviewed schoolwork, make a list of questions. If you’re stumped, use this list of questions to ask teachers.
Think through anything you want to make sure the teacher knows. Are there specific things that helped your child thrive in school in the past? Have there been any big changes in your family or living situation? Are there holidays you’ll be away? Talk with other family members to make sure you cover everything.
Once you have your list, put questions and concerns in order of importance, so you can cover the biggest things first. Use this parent-teacher conference worksheet to get organized.
Thought for the day!
Election Day today
New from the Saginaw ISD: The next Autism Parent Support Group meeting will be this Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 6:00pm at the Saginaw ISD Transitions Center. This will be a more traditional roundtable format where parents can discuss their questions, concerns and celebrations with one another in a parents-only setting. A flyer listing upcoming opportunities is also attached and you can RSVP for meetings here.
A few notes:
This year, informational sessions are offered by the Great Lakes Bay ABA Collaborative Network during the day, and parent discussion times and family outings will be held in the evenings (and possibly some Saturdays). The flyer for the informational sessions is attached. There is a wealth of information being offered, so please be sure to take a look and try to attend!
We are looking into arranging some family "outings" throughout the year. The first of these is planned for December 2, 2019 at 6:00pm. The Family Holiday Jingle & Mingle will be a very low-key, sensory friendly gathering to celebrate the holiday season with our support group friends. Children are welcome, and we'll have some fun activities for them to enjoy.
First marking period honor roll is here! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Ym6zBfsyy4zH27OZcOh-yZOr4GtorrFD_JeSoZcPd40/edit?usp=sharing
We need our Huskie Pack, Friday night @ Wallace Field!!!
District residents, please remember to vote on Tuesday, November 5th, at your regular voting precinct. Unregistered voters may register to vote even on election day at the local clerk’s office. The voter must provide residency verification; upon registering, they can vote.
Our Hemlock Business Association wreath is up, and tickets are available for purchase at our 200 Wilson Street office. Tickets are $1 a piece or 7 tickets for $5. Let's Go Huskies! Winners announced on Friday, December 6th, at the Hometown Holiday Celebration. #huskietastic
Hemlock Public School District residents, please remember to vote tomorrow on Tuesday, November 5th, at your regular voting precinct.
10 Tips to Make the Most of Your Parent-Teacher Conference on November 14, 1-4 and 5:30-7:30.
Most parent-teacher conferences only last 10 or 15 minutes. That’s not a lot of time to connect with your child’s teacher. But with a little preparation and planning, you can make the most of this time. Here are 10 tips that can help.
Before the Conference 2. Talk with your child. Get a sense from your child about how school is going. What’s most and least enjoyable? Does your child feel unsure about school? Who does your child sit with at lunch? (For more ideas, see this list of questions to ask your child.) Ask your child if there’s anything you should talk to the teacher about. Mention that every family has a conference, so your child doesn’t worry about what this meeting means.
Hemlock's Middle School Robotics had their best finish ever. Ranking as an Alliance Captain before being eliminated by the #1 team.
