P-FI-02: Family Conferences

This measure examines if there is an existing policy for parent-teacher conferences and if parents are allowed to have a discussion with a teacher. Facilities should have documented opportunities allowing parents to meet with teachers as needed.

Category: Category 3: Program Administration Subcategory: Family Involvement

Examples

In this section you will find videos, images, and/or documents that can be used to better understand this measure. These examples can also be used in conversations between mentors, directors, and/or teachers to discuss how the program's current practices compare to these examples.

Parent-Teacher Conference Record

Example Document

Program staff can use this conference record form to document their conversations with families, as well as use the completed form as evidence showing the ongoing communication with families about children’s progress and development. By having completed forms, the program has proof that staff and families are working together to make decisions regarding the child’s experience.

Age(s): Infant, Toddler, Preschool, School-age

Practice Opportunities

These resources include tips, strategies, activities, or specific tools related to this measure that programs can put into practice.