🧭 Parent-Teacher Conference Guide

Talking About Behavior & Working Together to Help Your Child Grow 

For caregivers who want clear, kind, and helpful conversations with teachers

🔍 Understanding What’s Happening 

Let’s figure out what the behavior looks like and when it shows up. 

• What exactly is the behavior that’s causing concern?   

• What usually happens right before it starts?   

• How long does it go on?   

• What helps it stop?   

• Does it happen often?   

• Are there things that seem to trigger it?   

• Does it happen during certain parts of the day—like transitions, group work, or solo tasks?   

• How does my child react when corrected or redirected?   

• Do you notice any changes in their mood before or after? 

🧩 Looking at Possible Causes 

Let’s think about what might be behind the behavior. 

• Could it be related to frustration, boredom, anxiety, or social issues?   

• Are there learning or sensory challenges that might be making things harder?   

• How does my child get along with classmates—any conflicts or feeling left out?   

• Have there been any recent changes in the classroom that might be affecting them? 

🏫 Understanding the Classroom 

Let’s learn more about how the classroom works and how kids are supported. 

• What are the classroom rules?   

• What happens when a rule is broken?   

• What strategies do you use to manage behavior?   

• Can kids take a break or time-out to calm down?   

• Is there a calming corner? What can kids do there?   

• What are the expectations when they use that space? 

🤝 Working Together 

Let’s come up with ideas and goals together. 

• What have you already tried, and how did my child respond?   

• Are there tools or supports in class that help—like breaks, visual reminders, or buddy systems?   

• What’s working well for other kids with similar challenges?   

• Can we make a plan together for the next few weeks? 

🏡 Connecting Home and School 

Let’s keep things consistent and supportive across both places. 

• What can I do at home to help with behavior at school?   

• Would a daily or weekly check-in help us stay on the same page?   

• How can I help my child feel more included in the classroom?   

• How can we celebrate small successes together? 

💬 Starting the Conversation 

You might ssy:   

"I’d love to learn more about how my child is doing in class. I know behavior often tells us something deeper—and I’m here to work with you to support their growth." 

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