There will be no school for students on Oct. 30 and 31 to allow parents, students and teachers to participate in Fall Learning Conferences. 

The purpose of these conversations is to establish a relationship between the student, parents and teachers, those who are responsible for supporting the student through the learning process. All present at the conference have a role to play in highlighting and identifying achievements, challenges and possible next steps.

At the conference, students will reflect on and share their hopes, wishes, strengths and goals. Parents have a chance to share their perspectives on their child’s learning with both the student and teacher. Teachers will also share what they have learned about the student so far. Goals for this year are collaboratively developed by parents, the student and the teacher.

This year, with the two-day fall format the following schedule will be used:

• Grades K 1-2 to Grade 4 will offer 30-minute virtual meetings for parents, students, and teachers.

• Grade 5 will offer virtual conferences with both core teachers, parents, and students in 15-minute segments.

• All children will be invited to a second 15-minute conference with their child's Spanish or Specials (ECC Specials, PE, Art, or Music) teacher. (Having this meeting is not because something is wrong!) Parents will receive an invitation to sign-up for a conference with a particular Specialist.

This is an opportunity to connect with and get to know another of your child’s teachers.

Sign-ups for Learning Conferences will be open in a few weeks. Watch the LS Weekly Updates next week for more information!