Dear Families,

We are excited to welcome you to Families as Partners conversations next week. This gathering is the beginning of an important conversation about your child’s learning journey. It is designed as an informal opportunity to reflect on your child’s goals and open a dialogue that will help set them up for a positive and successful school year. 

Most importantly, this evening is about working together and sharing information. When students, families, and teachers come together as partners, we create the strongest foundation for each child’s growth and success. 

We look forward to seeing you there! 

To book an appointment, go to: 

https://bookings.cloud.microsoft/book/FamiliesasPartners@burnabyschools.ca/?ismsaljsauthenabled 

on the Kitchener website.  

Step 1: Click on the [Families as Partners Booking Page]

Step 2: Find your child’s classroom teacher/division (click ‘show more services’ to find more classes) 

Step 3: Scroll down the page to the calendar and select date/time 

Step 4: Add your name, email address, and your child’s name. 

Step 5: Click BOOK.  

You will automatically receive an email notification confirming your appointment. 

Conferences will be 10 minutes in length. Below is a guide with some questions you may wish to consider when meeting with your child’s classroom teacher(s). 

• What is my child’s general attitude towards school and how have they adjusted so far
• What are some of my child’s strengths or things they do well?
• What are my child’s hobbies and interests?
• What are some concerns in school?
• Are there any medical or family concerns you would like to share?
• What works and does not work with consequences, limits, and appropriate behaviours?
• School friendships – Are there any concerns or goals for your child?
• Please share some family expectations and responsibilities important at home.
• After having a conversation with my child, their goal for this year is…
• How can we help your child become most successful this school year?