As a parent, Headmaster Bill Taylor always looked forward to parent-teacher conferences. The conferences allowed him to see a different side of his children\u2019s growth. \u201cA significant aspect of those occasions was the fact that this was their \u201cturf\u201d \u2014 not mine,\u201d reflects Taylor. \u201cEven when I ran the school that they were attending, their learning journey was a personal one for each of them,\u201d he continues.<\/p>\n
Taylor understands that learning is a personal experience \u2014 one that is facilitated by thoughtful mentors and dedicated teachers. \u201cAt the end of the day, however, learning is a journey of self-awareness,\u201d says Taylor. The process of self-discovery is reinforced when parents are able to observe their child\u2019s journey. \u201cThis is the beauty of Parents\u2019 Weekend,\u201d asserts Taylor.<\/p>\n
Research is clear that the more autonomy students have in their education, the more impactful it will be. This does not mean teachers are irrelevant in the learning process. \u201cSuch research helps to guide teachers in creating opportunities where students can be more actively engaged in their own learning, rather than being passive recipients of instruction,\u201d says Taylor.<\/p>\n
At Trinity-Pawling, students take an active role in leading our parent-teacher conferences. This gives students the opportunity to express, in their own words, what they are learning, how they are growing, and to discuss their personal goals. Teachers take a facilitator role in the conferences, contributing to the conversations as appropriate. \u201cOur students are charged with leading the meetings,\u201d says Taylor. \u201cStudent-led conferences are a meaningful way to deepen engagement within a class and strengthen a student\u2019s grasp on the learning objectives.\u201d<\/p>\n
Trinity-Pawling looks forward to welcoming parents to campus for Parents\u2019 Weekend on October 18-19, 2019!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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