Questions Teachers May Ask

Parents should also anticipate questions that teachers are likely to ask at a conference:

• Does your child seem to enjoy school? Does he or she report any concerns, fears, frustrations?
• How much time does your child spend on homework each day? Does he or she ask for help or seem to need help to complete homework?
• Does your child read for fun? What sorts of books or materials does he or she like to read? (With younger children, teachers may also ask if you read to your child, how often, etc.)
• What does your child do for fun at home or in the community?
• Who lives at your house? How does your child get along with other family members?
• How are other children in the family performing at school? Does this child tend to compare him or herself to older or younger siblings?
• Are there any health concerns or significant medical problems? (Past or present)
• If your child is new to the school, teachers may ask about experiences in other schools.
• If your family speaks a language at home other than English or if your family has immigrated from another country, teachers may ask about the amount of English spoken at home, any customs or experiences related to schooling.

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