Parent Interactions: September A: Philosophy C4: Assessment September 4, 2018

September 11: 9-9:30 classroom visits Curriculum Morning September 11: 9-9:30 classroom visits

What Parents Should See Inquiry cycle visible and in practice with phases of the cycle clearly defined with student work Small group work with clear labels as to what phase of the cycle students are in. Teachers actively involved with students And not see….teachers in front of the classroom directing an all-class lesson What Parents Should See Inquiry: The learner is an active participant in constructing his/her learning

C4: Assessment September 4, 2018 3-way Conferences C4: Assessment September 4, 2018

Purpose of 3-Way Conference, according to IB (MTPYPH 2009) Involves the student, parents and teacher. Students discuss their learning and understanding with their parents and teacher, who are responsible for supporting the student through this process. Students are responsible for reflecting upon work samples they have chosen to share, that have been previously selected with guidance and support from the teacher and could be from the student’s portfolio. The student, parents and the teacher collaborate to establish and identify the student’s strengths and areas for improvement. This may lead to the setting of new goals, with all determining how they can support the achievement of the goals. The teacher is an integral part of the process and takes notes of the discussion. These notes may then be used in the written report. All of the participants must understand the format and their roles prior to the conference.

Objectives for the first 3-way conference Students to reflect on how they are doing in relationship to the essential elements of the program (knowledge, learner profile/attitudes, ATLs/skills). Students to set a goal based on the elements of the program and to share that goal with parents. Students, teachers and parents to discuss the goal and make revisions as necessary. A conversation to recognize the importance of school-family relationships.

Format for the first 3-way conference Using the 3-way conference template: Students will choose which learner profiles that they believe are their stars and their wishes. They will be able to say why they chose some as stars and some as wishes. Parents will ask questions and give feedback about the learner profile. There will be conversation surrounding the reflection.

Format for the first 3-way conference Using the 3-way conference template: 2. Students will then choose the ATLs that they believe are their stars and wishes. Again, they’ll say why they chose as they did. Parents will ask questions and give feedback about the ATLs. There will be conversation surrounding the reflection.

Format for the first 3-way conference Using the 3-way conference template: 3. Students will then choose the knowledge concepts that they believe are their stars and wishes. Again, they’ll say why they chose as they did. Parents will ask questions and give feedback about the knowledge. There will be conversation surrounding the reflection.

Format for the first 3-way conference Students will then share a goal with their parents that has been agreed upon with the teacher in class--based on stars and wishes. Students and parents will discuss the goal and talk about how they will support the student. Everything will be put in writing.

Role of the Student Think through and share strengths Reflect on challenges Be ready to share reasons for the choices made with parents and teachers Set a goal based on strengths and challenges Be open-minded to everyone’s feedback (teacher and parent) Communicate honestly and with a clear voice

Role of the Parent Listen openly to your child Be ready to share their strengths from your perspective (attitudes, skills, knowledge) Be ready to reflect on challenges positively (attitudes, skills, knowledge) Think about how you can support your child. Be on time Stay positive Ask questions

Role of the Teacher Facilitate the conference Do a run through of the conference in advance Share the student’s strengths from your perspective (attitudes, skills, knowledge) Reflect on challenges positively (attitudes, skills, knowledge) Be ready to share reasons for your perspective on strengths and challenges Think of specific ways you can support your student’s goal. Stay positive Keep the conference focused on the student and learning

Next Steps Ask questions if any concerns!!!!!! Print out the knowledge concepts, ATLs and learner profile. Laminate. See the 3-way conference template Explain 3-way conferences to students. Explain everyone’s role. Reflect with students individually throughout the next 2 weeks and set a goal with them. Have students collect evidence to support their choices. Remember your role as the teacher Facilitate the conferences on Sept. 21st. Ask questions if any concerns!!!!!!

Talk with your team about the 3-way conference Think of any questions about the process. Think of how you will fit reflections into the next 2 weeks http://tinyw.in/XZBw