Meet Our Parent Coordinator
Meet Our Parent Coordinator
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A Message From Ms. Byrd:
As the Parent Coordinator I have been a dedicated and involved member of PS80 and the community for 30 years. I establish and maintain a welcoming environment for parents as well as the students. I help build a positive working relationship with the school community, Principal, PTA, Staff, Parents and Children. I ensure that we have a PTA and assist when needed. I develop and implement effective creative parent workshops, family events, and meetings that give parent strategies on how they can best support their child’s learning, which help their children receive a successful education, keep an open and clear communication within the school, the community and the classroom. I understand the importance of building this relationship, being the mother of two children.
SUGGESTIONS FOR PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES
SUGGESTIONS FOR PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES
Review your child’s academic record
Review your child’s progress, test scores, and attendance on your NYC Schools Account. If you have trouble logging in, here are some tips.
Think about what information you can share with your teacher
Share your child's favorite subjects, special interests or hobbies, medical conditions, family situation, or any situation that might affect their learning, attendance, or behavior
How to find your child’s email address and/or reset their password in NYCSA
How to find your child’s email address and/or reset their password in NYCSA
Log in to your NYC Schools Account (NYCSA) as a parent.
Click on Settings.
Click on Student Password.
In the dropdown, select the child whose password you want to update.
Under the dropdown, the email address will appear for that child. Save it!
If you need to reset your password, enter a new password. Retype the new password.
Click on Save.
Prepare a list of questions in advance to ask your child's teacher.
Prepare a list of questions in advance to ask your child's teacher.
Below are some sample questions if you need help brainstorming. Having the questions prepared in advance will help you make the best use of your time with your student's teacher.
Academics
What does my child do well, and what does my child struggle with? Can you give me examples?
Is my child at the right reading level for their age and grade?
Is my child on target for what they are expected to learn, know, and do by the end of this grade?
How does my student do on homework assignments, quizzes, and tests?
How does my student do on in-class assignments and in discussions?
What can I do at home to better support my student’s learning?
Does my child have any outstanding assignments? If so, can you please provide me a list of those assignments and a timeline of when they need to be submitted?
Are there programs, services, or online tools that could help my child?
What questions would you recommend I ask my student at home to stay informed about their performance?
Social and emotional
How does my student do in social situations with peers?
How does my student act in social situations with staff and teachers?
Does my student like to get involved in class discussions and with their peers?
What can I do at home to better promote your behavior expectations?
Have you noticed any bullying in the classroom? From my student? From other students toward my child? How do you handle bullying and other negative behavior in the classroom? Who should I speak to if I believe my student is being bullied?
What can I do at home to help my child connect with other students in a positive way?
Classroom
What is the typical schedule for my student?
What is my student’s overall attitude in class? Does my student’s attitude change in certain situations?
How often do you give homework? How often do you schedule quizzes or tests?
How do you handle social challenges that arise during class, at recess, or during lunchtime?
Are you having any challenges with my student’s behavior? How do you typically handle them? What can I do at home to better help you overcome any challenges you may have with my student?
What is your philosophy regarding classroom discipline?
What is your philosophy on rewarding students for hard work or good behavior?
Curriculum
What skills are you working to develop with the students right now?
What are the most important skills you want students to develop this year?
Communication
What is the best way to contact you?
How can I stay informed of school programs and my student’s success?
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