Greetings From Gail

March 26, 2015

Three-way conferences are taking place this week. Friday is three-way conference day, but teachers accommodate families the best they can if you need another day and time for the conference. For those of you new to three-way conferences, I would like to share with you why we support this type of conference at our schools.

• A three-way conference involves parents, students and teachers in reflecting on student achievement, discussing work samples and setting future goals.
• A three-way conference acknowledges the most important participants in the learning process (student, teacher and parent)
• The child is involved in the discussion about their performance.
• The student provides information to clarify what they have learned and what challenges they face.
• It places the student at the heart of the assessment and reporting process.
• It allows the student to see their parents and teacher as a team.
• The students will begin by discussing their personal learning plan.
• The student will present work samples to highlight strengths and areas for future development..
• Throughout the conference parents and the teacher are encouraged to ask questions, provide feedback and encouragement to the student.
• Parents are encouraged to share their thoughts and ideas on what is being presented and on what goals or targets they think are appropriate.
  
  

3-Way conferences

Friday, March 27th
Please contact your child’s teacher if you do not have a scheduled time for conference

Hearing and vision Screenings

The School Nurse, will be starting the annual spring screening series for hearing and vision. The grades that will participate are: Kindergarten,1st 3rd and 5th grades. Marnie will alert you to any findings that need a doctor's referral.

March 26, 2015 Newsletter