Tips for a Successful Conference Day

Whether this is your first year at Starwood Academy of Frisco, or you are a returning family, you can prepare for your upcoming conference using these tips!

What to Expect During the Conference:

A conference with your child’s guide is designed to update you on how your child is doing in the classroom. In a Montessori environment, that includes several areas of your child’s classroom experiences that you can expect to learn more about:

• Recent academic achievements and progress
• Current behavioral patterns and development
• Social interactions and emotional skills they are developing
• Areas of interest and strength
• Areas of challenge

Five Tips for A Successful Conference:

1. Collaboration is Key

The most powerful part of conferences is when families and guides come together to ensure the student’s developmental needs are supported. This nurtures a love of learning and sets the student up for success for the rest of the school year. 

2. Send Your Questions in Advance

To ensure that your guide accurately and thoughtfully answers your questions, it is helpful to submit them before the conference. This will help them prioritize the topics they will address within the allotted time. 

3. Come Prepared

• Arrive at least five minutes early to allow time for parking and walking to the classroom
• Have access to your student’s conference report and any questions you prepared ahead of time
• Have a pen and paper to take notes

4. Follow Up If Needed

Please respect the time allotted for your conference. On conference day, the guides usually schedule back-to-back meetings. If you would like to discuss something further with your guide, please email them directly to schedule an additional time.

5. Talk to Your Student About the Conference

After the conference, talk with your Elementary or Middle School student, summarizing the strengths and weaknesses discussed and make plans for reaching the goals established.

Starwood Academy of Frisco is a community that views parents/guardians as partners in learning and encourages them to actively participate in their child’s education. Our students are engaged learners, flourishing not only academically but socially and emotionally, under the guidance of our dedicated team. If you are interested in learning more about our high-fidelity Montessori programs, contact the admissions team online or call (972) 885-8585.