My son's fourth grade teacher told me I needed to take a step back. Now I see that all of my help was holding my son back.

I was at my daughter’s teacher conference. I was still wearing my work clothes (I am an electrician, and the uniform is somewhat dirty). The teacher started talking to me in a baby voice using very ...

When it’s time to prepare for parent-teacher conferences, don’t assume it will be a battle. Try to practice listening, supporting your child’s teacher and learning how to work together.

We asked current and former teachers for their best advice for parents preparing for parent-teacher conferences. Here's what they suggest you do.

Parents should attend school board meetings, but they should also attend parent-teacher conferences (“Today’s parental homework: Attend school board meetings,” Nov. 13).

What's the point of parent-teacher conferences anyway? I see them as a great way to make connections. I view each year in school as a partnership between parents or caregivers, students and myself.

1. Attend the Conference. Even if your child is excelling in school, parent-teacher conferences are important. Teachers can help you find ways to encourage your child to engage in extracurricular ...

Parent-teacher conferences end at the same time polls close on Nov. 7, which has a parent concerned about when she or teachers can vote. Click here for important updates to our privacy policy.

When it’s time to prepare for parent-teacher conferences, don’t assume it will be a battle. Try to practice listening, supporting your child’s teacher and learning how to work together.

It's an important reminder for parents as many head into parent-teacher conferences in late November, Wallace said. "No teacher goes into this profession for the money and the glory," she said.