Before
- Ask your child how school is going
- Note your top 2–3 questions
- Review recent grades & work
- Jot down any concerns to raise
Questions to Ask
- Is my child on grade level?
- How are they doing socially?
- What are their strengths & struggles?
- How can we help at home?
- How should we stay in touch?
During
- Take notes
- Ask for specifics & examples
- Agree on next steps together
- Be honest about what's happening at home
After
- Share the plan with your child
- Follow through on agreed steps
- Keep in touch with the teacher
- Schedule a check-in if needed
Conferences are brief, so preparation pays off. This free one-page checklist helps families walk in ready and leave with a plan. Pairs with our For Families resources.