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When should I request a meeting with my child's teacher?

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Host: When should I request a meeting with my child's teacher? Lee Dorman: You should absolutely request a meeting with your child's teachers if you are having difficulty at home understanding what's going on in the teacher's classroom. You should also definitely ask for a conference if you find that your child is unhappy or confused or doesn't know what's going on in the classroom. You should also ask for a conference if you're not satisfied with the grade that your child receives from that teacher.

Expert: Lee Dorman

President of the Arlington Education Association, Member of the Board of DIrectors of the National Education Association and the Virginia Education Association

P: 703-379-1650

Email: lee_dorman@apsva.us

I am a middle school science teacher in Arlington, Virginia with over 35 years of teaching experience. I have taught in elementary, middle and high school and have experience teaching and endorsements in special education and gifted and talented. Currently I am serving on both the National Education and Virginia Education Associations Boards of Directors as well as president of the Arlington More »