Parent-Teacher Conferences - Community Schools Coordinators Network2024-03-29T10:34:52Zhttp://coordinators.communityschools.org/forum/topics/parent-teacher-conferences?feed=yes&xn_auth=noSorry if this is too late. We…tag:coordinators.communityschools.org,2016-11-30:6557044:Comment:146152016-11-30T13:54:56.072ZEmily Grayhttp://coordinators.communityschools.org/profile/EmilyGray
<p>Sorry if this is too late. We had conferences earlier in November. I will typically provide (either pay for out of my tiny budget or get a donation) coffee, which gives parents a reason to stop in the lobby on the way to their child's classroom. Having something else to hand out, maybe a flier for a winter coat giveaway or upcoming school event, will give you a natural reason to introduce yourself. </p>
<p>Finding ways to talk to parents is never a bad idea! I'm super awkward about it, not…</p>
<p>Sorry if this is too late. We had conferences earlier in November. I will typically provide (either pay for out of my tiny budget or get a donation) coffee, which gives parents a reason to stop in the lobby on the way to their child's classroom. Having something else to hand out, maybe a flier for a winter coat giveaway or upcoming school event, will give you a natural reason to introduce yourself. </p>
<p>Finding ways to talk to parents is never a bad idea! I'm super awkward about it, not my favorite part of the job, so I understand some of your anxiety. :)</p>