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Post by taylorsmom on Nov 14, 2007 17:04:58 GMT -5
I'm not looking forward to meeting Taylor's teacher tomorrow.. For I already know what's she is going to say, it's the samething I've gotten from his teachers in past years. Which I'm not going to discuss here.. Anyone else dread having to go to parent teacher??
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Post by ivyagogo on Nov 14, 2007 17:06:58 GMT -5
I actually look forward to it. Alec's is next Wednesday.
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Post by Corene on Nov 14, 2007 17:43:07 GMT -5
I have mine tomorrow too. I'm really not looking forward to it.
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Post by RioDuranie on Nov 14, 2007 17:44:12 GMT -5
I go Friday. I hate how they make you out to be the bad person. I am all for hearing them out and making adjustments for my daughter as a team. I gave them a note that detailed the best way to deal with her when her emotions get the best of her (we have documentation on file at the school of why she is the way she is) yet they still call me at work to say I dont know why she is doing this or not doing that. I have called the principal several times, written several notes to various teachers. I give up. well not really
Friday when I go I am going to tell them plain and simple how I feel bring in more documentation from Florida and see what they have to say then.
It just irritates me that they question my parenting abilities and that I dont know my child better then they do.
Wow I feel better getting that out.
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Post by enviedlady11 on Nov 14, 2007 17:44:17 GMT -5
There is a nervousness on both sides. As a parent and a teacher, I have felt what it's like on both sides of the fence. From a teacher's perspective, talking to some parents about kids can be difficult. The best thing is being open to working together and communicating openly. A parent who cares and is positive and aware is the best... Teachers are often worried about how a parent will take comments about the child. The worst is getting the parent who couldn't care less. Or the defensive parent who isn't willing to work with the child to improve matters, but instead blames others or even the teacher for the problems. "It must be Johnny making my son do that!" Good luck on the conference...it will be fine. Just be open and positive.
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Post by enviedlady11 on Nov 14, 2007 17:53:20 GMT -5
I wanted to add -- I know that some teachers are totally intimidating! My son had one in the 2nd grade who was a first-class ice beeaatch and my son couldn't do right, no matter what. You have to ride out the year with those types... My son (almost 12) had major issues with doing his work, being organized and that is all I heard last year. So I went in armed with a plan to the teacher to keep him on track and organized. If you have an open, caring teacher, be open, too. I think sometimes all teachers want to hear is, "I know and I would like to work with you on this."
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Post by taylorsmom on Nov 14, 2007 17:57:35 GMT -5
Rio,, That's about the same situation I'm in.. I'm the bad parent I can't get my son to sit still in class, not listen to the teacher.. etc.. there is more to it..
Well what am I suppose to do.. Go to class with him everyday to make sure he pays complete attention.
He gets good marks, I make sure his homework is done, he's healthy, active (ok too active) etc..
His doctor says he might have a mild case of ADD. but nothing to really worry about. This is after his teacher last year instisted (sp) I take him to see the doctor about his behavior.
So bacially I got a slightly overacted child that his teachers can't handle and it's up to me to somehow control him from home..
I'm just glad the meeting is pretty short.
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Post by RioDuranie on Nov 14, 2007 18:13:32 GMT -5
Taylor just stand your ground and speak on the behalf of your child. I do think they some times just want to know we know the child is having issues in class. You as the parent can talk to your child. In some cases like you stated ADD, a doctor can become involved.
Hope all goes well.
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Post by adrianac on Nov 14, 2007 21:21:48 GMT -5
I just got home from 6 conferences...I teach first grade. I think it can be daunting on either side of the desk. I have my daughter's first one next week. She's in Kindergarten and I am excited and a tiny bit nervous to meet with the teacher. All in all I'm looking forward to it.
As a teacher, I have to say I'm pleased when parents 1) bother to show up 2) listen with an open mind. Most of my parents this year have been very supportive, honest, and realistic about their children which can sometimes be a challenge. I don't think it helps anyone by being so negative as some of you have experienced with your children's teachers. I hope they go better for you this year!
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Post by jen68 on Nov 14, 2007 23:17:37 GMT -5
my son's teacher is a stone cold beeaatch who acts like the sweetest person in the world. but i am lucky in 2 counts: my son is able to handle the work AND my husband doesn't mind going.
hope it doesn't suck too bad girls!
jen
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