To prepare for the conferences, students gather and organize examples of work in all subject areas, complete a self-evaluation of classroom behavior, organizational and study skills, and rehearse their presentation. According to Ellis, responsibility for the conferences helps students develop a more mature approach to their school work. They know that they are here to learn. If parents need to meet with specialists such as math or science teachers, they must schedule additional appointments. Because there is no time limit, parents have time to learn about their child's progress in all subjects and focus on how they can support continuous improvement.
Parents learn so much about what their children are learning at school.
Parents and students enjoy and value the conferences. I was able to explain why I got my grades without my mom getting mad.