Progress reports are early snapshots of how your child has transitioned into a new grade, developing their learning skills and work habits, and demonstrating their knowledge and understanding of the curriculum. Progress reports can look different for students with special education needs, as they indicate progress with accommodations or modifications in place. With this in mind, progress reports reveal to us where we need to focus more intensely with our students and offer an opening on how parents and teachers can partner together toward achieving these goals. Parent/teacher interviews are an opportunity for teachers/parents to discuss the progress report card. During the interview teachers/parents might continue a conversation that has already been started, or initiate a discussion on how to support their child at home. As the saying goes: “There should be no surprises on the report cards”. However, at times certain details may be unintentionally missed and are deserving of our attention. Uncertain on how to approach the teacher about the progress report card at the parent/teacher interview? Reluctant to ask questions or delve deeper? Not understanding edujargon? Let us help you navigate during progress report cards and parent teacher interviews.
