Introduction
- Welcome parents and thank them for attending the meeting
- Briefly explain the purpose of the meeting – discussing pupil behaviour of Year 9 students
- Introduce the topic and emphasise the importance of good behaviour to ensure a positive learning experience
Behaviour Management Strategies
- Explain behaviour management strategies the teacher uses in the classroom to maintain a conducive learning environment.
- Explain how these strategies are implemented consistently, across all subjects and teachers.
- Emphasise the importance of consistency in order to reinforce good behaviour and address poor behaviour.
Types of Behaviour
- Discuss the different types of behaviour exhibited by Year 9 students, both positive and negative.
- Examples of positive behaviour: listening attentively, being respectful to peers and teachers, participating actively in class, being responsible for own learning etc.
- Examples of negative behaviour: being disobedient, being disrespectful to teachers and peers, disrupting classroom activities, being absent from class etc.
Rewards and Consequences
- Discuss the teacher's reward system for pupils who exhibit good behaviour.
- Explain how this system is structured to encourage positive behaviour and motivate pupils to maintain good work ethic
- Discuss consequences for negative behaviour and how it is determined. Emphasise that consequences are used as a last resort only.
Communication
- Inform parents of the different channels of communication available to them to contact the teacher in the event of concerns regarding their child's behaviour.
- Encourage parents to communicate with the teachers should they have any concerns about their child's behaviour, as communication is essential in identifying and addressing behavioural issues.
Conclusion
- Summarize key points discussed and emphasise the importance of reinforcing positive behaviour at home.
- Reiterate that the teacher is committed to ensuring a positive learning experience and partnership with parents to improve pupil behaviour.
- Allow time for questions before ending the meeting.
By implementing this plan, parents of Year 9 students will have a clearer understanding of the behaviour management strategies employed by teachers, the types of behaviour exhibited by their children, and the consequences and rewards system in place. With this knowledge, parents will be better equipped to support their child's learning and growth, and ultimately contribute to a positive classroom experience.