Private School Parent-Teacher Conference Translation Guide
“The math teacher notes that his number sense is still developing.”
“He can’t count.”
“Let’s work on developing that growth mindset!”
“She cries before, during, and after every test.”
“Right now, we’re really focused on her social-emotional development.”
“Her classmates hate her.”
“He seems a little distracted lately.”
“It’s either the bar mitzvah or public high school. You choose.”
“He sometimes needs redirection during class.”
“Please adjust his meds.”
“Does he read much at home?”
“Face it. He’s dyslexic.”
“Showing steady improvement.”
“Nowhere to go but up.”
“She’s an excellent self-advocate.”
“Her teachers hate her.”
“Like a lot of eighth grade boys, he’s a bit more focused on girls than academics, which is okay, as long as he keeps his grades up.”
“Your pervert son will eventually figure prominently in a prep school scandal involving something called a “Cherry Tree” that may or may not eventually come up during his Supreme Court confirmation hearing.”
“Such a creative thinker!”
“Those homeschooling years are coming home to roost.”
“We’re so glad to have your family as part of our school community.”
“Your annual fund gift is greatly appreciated.”
“He’s working on his executive function skills.”
“He had a shoe in his binder.”
“He would benefit from more structure and consistency at home.”
“You are terrible parents.”
“She’s so popular.”
“She’s a bully.”
“He was so great in the musical!”
“You are the last two people on the planet who don’t realize he’s gay.”
“It was great to see you again. Thanks so much for coming in.”
“I did this entire conference without knowing your names.”
