Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held November 16-20 at St. Matthew’s Weekday School. These conversations give families and teachers time to slow down, look at each child’s growth, and talk about how we can continue supporting them together.
It starts with everyday observation
Young children don’t always show what they know by sitting down and answering questions. We often see their development while they’re building, pretending, creating, moving, talking with friends, solving a problem, or trying something new.
That’s why observation is such an important part of our play-based program. Our teachers have spent the first eight weeks of school watching, listening, and documenting what children do during familiar classroom experiences. They’ll use those observations as they complete the Funshine Express Curriculum Assessment.
This gives teachers a thorough way to consider each child’s development while still recognizing that young children learn and grow through play, exploration, relationships, and daily routines.
What we’ll talk about
During your conference, your child’s teacher will share:
The growth they’ve seen since the beginning of the school year
Skills your child is developing now
Interests that are showing up in your child’s play
Areas where your child may need more time, practice, or encouragement
Ways school and home can work together throughout the rest of the year
We’ll also revisit the hopes and goals you shared during the Parent Sharing Conference. This helps us look at how your child’s experiences at school connect with what matters most to your family.
Please bring your questions
Families know their children in ways no one else can. If you’ve noticed something at home, have a question about a classroom routine, or want to understand a certain part of your child’s development, please ask.
You don’t need to prepare anything formal. It may simply help to think about what your child says about school, what they’re excited to do lately, and whether there’s anything you’d like their teacher to know.
Our goal is for every family to leave feeling informed, supported, and encouraged. Please sign up for a conference time with your child’s teacher if you haven’t already. We’re looking forward to sitting down with you.
