1. The Continuous Improvement Classroom
Student Led Conferences

2. The Continuous Improvement Classroom
Ground rules created by students
Classroom mission statements
Classroom and student measurable goals
Quality tools and PDSA used regularly
The Continuous Improvement Classroom
Classroom data centers
Classroom meetings facilitated by students
Student-led conferences
Student data folders

3. “Use of forms and sample documents is authorized for local schools”
Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author)
This presentation contains information and forms referenced in the book.
“Use of forms and sample documents is authorized for local schools”
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4. Student-Led Conferences Resources
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5. Many of those around me have grown, learned and experienced so much with the help of continuous improvement.
Student

6. What’s your definition of “student-led conferences?
-What do they look like?
-What happens during a student-led conference?

7. Articles- Day 4: Student-Led
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8. What Are Student-Led Conferences?
Conference with parents led by the student
Teacher as facilitator
Students lead parents through a discussion of their work (usually the student data folder)
Typically, several conferences occur at the same time (seated apart for privacy) while the teacher monitors the room
Worksheets A & B provide an overview

9. Purpose Relevance- Why are we doing this?
Reflects the belief that students should be actively involved in their learning
Assume responsibility for the learning process
Students become more motivated, reflective and evaluative in their learning
Focus on the 3 R’s
Relevance- Why are we doing this?
Responsibility- Ownership for learning
Reporting- To parents and others

10. Benefits Student led conferences…
Motivate students to take more ownership for their work
Allow students to see their progress over time
Encourage students to evaluate their work

11. Benefits Student led conferences…
Encourage students, parents and teachers to openly communicate as equal partners about student achievement
Enhance students’ oral communication skills
Build students’ self-confidence
Build relationships

12. Parent Attendance @ Conferences
Regular Parent/ Teacher Conferences
Implementation of Student-Led Conferences

13. Format Options See worksheet D for descriptions
Individual or student involved
Simultaneous with multiple families
Presentation or showcase conference
Portfolio night
At-home student-led conference
Electronic student-led conference

14. Preparing for the Conference
Prepare student work (student data folder)
Personal mission statement and goals
Consider strengths
Consider areas in need of improvement
See worksheet F
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)

15. Worksheet G
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)

16. Before the Conference
Begin the year with a student goal setting conference
Prepare samples of students work to show evidence of growth and goal progress (student data folder)
Notify parents well in advance of the conferences (Wksht. G1) (including format)
Provide opportunities for students to practice and rehearse

17. Worksheet H
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)

18. Worksheet I
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)

19. Worksheet J
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)

20. During the Conference Time Allotment Introduction (1 minute)
Orientation (1-2 minutes)
Students Achievement Data (4-6 minutes)
Students Goals (2-4 minutes)
Action Plan (4-5 minutes)
Students Work (7-10 minutes)
Debriefing (1-2 minutes)
Total Time: 20 – 30 Minutes

21. Introduction/Orientation
During the Conference
Introduction/Orientation
Introduction - Student introduces parent to teacher
Orientation - Teacher explains conference procedures

22. During the Conference Achievement Data
Examining the Data - Teacher shares data that helped student and teacher identify goals

23. Student Goals and Action Plan
During the Conference
Student Goals and Action Plan
Examining Student Goals - Student shares goals and explains why they were selected
Sharing Action Plan - Student and teacher discuss their responsibilities

24. During the Conference Student Work
Examining Student Work - Student shows work and reflections from portfolio/data folder to demonstrate his/her progress toward achieving goals

25. During the Conference Debriefing
Evaluating the Conference Process - The teacher, parent, and student discuss and comment on the conference process

26. Worksheet K
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)

27. After the Conference Student sends thank you letter to parent
Student completes reflection survey
Parent questionnaire & evaluation

28. Student Reflection Survey
After the Conference
Student Reflection Survey
What did you like about the student led conference?
How did you feel during the conference?
What didn’t you like about the conference?
If you could change the conference to make it better, what would you do?
Worksheet- L
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)

29. After the Conference Parent Questionnaire
Which conference (traditional or student led) gave you a better appreciation of…
What your child was learning?
What your child studied in class?
Your child’s study habits such as finishing assignments and handing work in on time?

30. After the Conference Parent Questionnaire
Which conference format did you prefer? Why?
What are the benefits of student led conferences?
What are the disadvantages of student led conferences?
What more would you like to learn in the conference?

31. Worksheet M
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)

32. Worksheet N
Original Source: Implementing Student-Led Conferences, 2001 (Experts In Assessment Series) by Jane M. Bailey (Author), Thomas R. Guskey (Author). (Permission to use obtained and on file.)

33. CHALLENGES First time jitters
Uncertainty of sharing control with students (not used to it)
Need to adopt a student-centered philosophy (paradigm shift)
Organizing the logistics of conferences
Responding to families who don’t participate

34. Planning For Quality -Using the Lotus Diagram
Using the Diagram, start planning for student-led conferences (each table is assigned 1 of 8 components)
In groups, list the key elements of the student-led conference component your group was assigned
List steps, ideas and ways you will begin to implement each component around the outer boxes of the lotus diagram
Worksheet 0

35. Lotus Diagram Student-Led Conferences #8 Student Data Folder
#1 Goal Setting With Students
#2 Activities Before The Conference
#7 Benefits Of Student-Led Conferences
Student-Led Conferences
#3 Activities During The Conference
#6 Format & Types Of Conferences
#5 Roles Of Participants
#4 Activities After The Conference

36. What is your plan to implement student-led conferences?
Journal Writing…
What is your plan to implement student-led conferences?
Worksheet R