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    Parent teacher conference.

    So they are two - so like who cares- but DH may be able to make it to their parent teacher conference... problem is that he may be 5-10 min late if he hits traffic... which is basically the whole thing.

    Can I just face-time with him from work? I know he totally doesn't care (and I probably don't either.. but I feel like this will be the norm going forward). Is FaceTime totally inappropriate in this type of situation.


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    I can't think of a single conference H has attended, other than if there was a serious issue and it was at our request (so not a regularly scheduled conference for all kids). I'd just go alone and share with him later.


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    • #3
      At this age, it's really pretty boring. It was mildly interesting last year for C (last year of preK so we discussed K homeschooling strategies).

      I don't blame you for wanting him to be involved though. I think if he CAN join via FaceTime, that's awesome and he should. It invests him more the process.


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      • #4
        My kids have parent teacher conferences coming up too, and I'm pretty sure I'll be there solo. I think it would be fine to FaceTime him in, but I also think it would be OK if he wasn't there either.

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        • #5
          I never bothered scheduling them until 1st grade. But we see their daycare teachers twice a day at pick-up/drop-off, so if there's anything worth sharing, it's done at that point.

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          • #6
            Originally posted by Vishenka69 View Post
            I never bothered scheduling them until 1st grade. But we see their daycare teachers twice a day at pick-up/drop-off, so if there's anything worth sharing, it's done at that point.

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            Our last two preschools have asked that you don't do anything at drop off in deference to the fact that the teachers have had a long day and need to clean the classroom. I am never the one picking up so it's fine with me but I know it frustrates some moms.


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            • #7
              Originally posted by TulipsAndSunscreen View Post
              Our last two preschools have asked that you don't do anything at drop off in deference to the fact that the teachers have had a long day and need to clean the classroom. I am never the one picking up so it's fine with me but I know it frustrates some moms.


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              We're asked not to discuss anything at drop-off and pick-up either, mostly because it's a carpool and they don't want anybody holding up the line. The teachers are great about e-mailing or sending notes with any questions or concerns though.
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              • #8
                It will be me and all three of my children next Friday. I wouldn't worry about it
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                • #9
                  Yeah. It's dumb. I told him not to come. If he happens to be free I'll call him.

                  I think I must have some weird fear that something is going to be shocking or upsetting, and so I kind of wanted someone else there (I feel this way about doctors appointments, but this is totally different because I'm not bringing the kids. So I can actually pay attention anyway).

                  The worst kids in every preschool class I went to visit were - without fail - a set of twin boys. So I guess I won't be that shocked if there are issues. We do chat a little at pick up and so I know they don't interact much - if at all - so hopefully they aren't too out of control!


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                  • #10
                    They are normal toddlers. Honestly, unless they are concerned about a developmental issue (speech or motion delay, potential issues with autism spectrum), they should only be communicating what they're working on and anything you can reinforce at home.

                    Anything that's "behavioral", as in "this kid should behave XYZ way" is ridiculous. They work with toddlers.

                    Don't be afraid, it'll be fun to hear who their buddies are and what they like to do!!

                    Sorry for the overly firm response, I'm annoyed by behavioral comments from teachers lately:
                    D is in a swim class with mostly 5 yo. She's 3. And her teacher told me the other day that she "doesn't stay as focused as the other kids". Yes, because she's 3. But that's the class you placed her in based on your assessment of her. What would you like me to do? I remind her to listen and she seems fine when I observe the class. So...perhaps you should teach the children that you assigned to the class....THANKS.


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                    • #11
                      Or you could be like me and be not looking forward to it because despite lots of communication, the overall takeaway is "So what are you doing about it at home?"

                      ... you already know. :/


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                      • #12
                        Originally posted by Thirteen View Post
                        Or you could be like me and be not looking forward to it because despite lots of communication, the overall takeaway is "So what are you doing about it at home?"

                        ... you already know. :/


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                        Rage.


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                        • #13
                          It was fine. One is doing super awesome. Very social etc. the other is fine, but doesn't interact with kids besides his brother. Which I kind of expected, but was a little sad to hear. Anyway, apparently nothing to be worried about at this point, he just isn't that into other kids. 😕


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                          • #14
                            Conference went well yesterday: he hasn't bit in two weeks and seems more mellow overall.

                            Now I just have to get the OT and ST to collaborate and schedule without overlap.


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                            • #15
                              Yay, great news!


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