Preparing for a Conference by Judy Branco - Right Start Advisor https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens Add a comment under each category with your biggest takeaway en-us 2021-01-05 19:28:08 UTC 2026-02-19 21:11:01 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116972605 2021-01-23 14:44:17 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116972605 crosado3 https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116973344 Make sure the environment in your classroom or virtual office is inviting to parents]]> 2021-01-23 14:44:49 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116973344 https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116973387 Bring examples of student work so that the parent has some tangible materials to demonstrate how their child is performing.]]> 2021-01-23 14:44:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116973387 https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116973464 Created a schedule of how you want the conference to look. Ex: How many minutes you want to stay on each part of the conference. ]]> 2021-01-23 14:44:55 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116973464 Including the parents when it comes to making a plan https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116973491 2021-01-23 14:44:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116973491 https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116973728 Use a timer]]> 2021-01-23 14:45:01 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116973728 https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116973749 Always convey a growth mindset!]]> 2021-01-23 14:45:02 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116973749 Make the conference meeting area welcoming for the parents to ease any tension https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116973775 2021-01-23 14:45:03 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116973775 Make the parents feel welcome. Greet with a smile and warm welcome https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116973869 Maybe even show them around the classroom a bit too. ]]> 2021-01-23 14:45:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116973869 https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116974236 Greet with a smile and have a positive attitude. Make the parents feel how important they are.]]> 2021-01-23 14:45:25 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116974236 Recognize student's achievement and good efforts https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116974255 2021-01-23 14:45:26 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116974255 Create an inviting area for parents edibra https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116974483 2021-01-23 14:45:36 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116974483 start with positives before negatives https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116974495 2021-01-23 14:45:37 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116974495 Use an ice breaker to learn something about the student. jgasparre https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116974503 2021-01-23 14:45:37 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116974503 Sit on the same side of the table. It means you and parents are equal in success of the student. https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116974965 2021-01-23 14:45:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116974965 https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975008 Gather data and other information that shows students strengths and weaknesses. ]]> 2021-01-23 14:45:50 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975008 https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975032 Introduce yourself, even if they already know you ]]> 2021-01-23 14:45:52 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975032 https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975137 Try to create an opportunity for a two way street convo

]]> 2021-01-23 14:45:57 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975137 ▪ Record notes on the planning page so that you and the parent can make a plan of success. https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975199 2021-01-23 14:46:00 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975199 Have an organized list of things you want to address. https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975250 2021-01-23 14:46:02 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975250 https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975307 Have a visual for you and the parent.]]> 2021-01-23 14:46:05 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975307 https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975511 Always start with a positive ]]> 2021-01-23 14:46:14 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975511 provide activities for the children and siblings to occupy their time while meeting with parents https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975548 2021-01-23 14:46:16 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975548 Identify student's strengths and interests https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975728 2021-01-23 14:46:23 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975728 Have a note sheet where you can put parents questions and concerns. https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975814 2021-01-23 14:46:27 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116975814 Be specific about areas of concern and solution oriented edibra https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116977021 2021-01-23 14:47:07 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116977021 have a copy of the conference guide sheets for you and the parents https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116977355 2021-01-23 14:47:18 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116977355 crosado3 https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116977410 Always greet parents at the door with a smile, build the same type of relationship with parents as you do with students. ]]> 2021-01-23 14:47:21 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116977410 crosado3 https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116978275 Identify the students strength, how well they work in your classroom, etc. ]]> 2021-01-23 14:47:52 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116978275 crosado3 https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116978794 Always start with positives, then build on what areas need working on]]> 2021-01-23 14:48:18 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116978794 crosado3 https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116979393 Let parents know you are there to support them as well as support their child, devise a plan together to help the student as well as the parent. ]]> 2021-01-23 14:48:46 UTC https://padlet.com/jbranco3/2eq0mnfivhd4iens/wish/1116979393