We are considering replacing our traditional narrative written comments on =
quarterly report cards, with something more student driven and technologica=
lly savvy. Right now we write comments at the first and third quarters, bu=
t were interested in moving to student led parent teacher conferences. Can=
anyone provide insight into the value of such conferences, and maybe provi=
de a schedule for this in an Upper School setting (grades 9-12)?
Also, we are in the early calendar stages of planning for the 2009-2010 sch=
ool year. A small group of faculty/ staff are looking at the benefits of m=
oving to a trimester system from a typical four-quarter structure. I would=
appreciate any insight or models on this topic as well. What are major br=
eak points for your school if you follow the trimester system? Do they ali=
gn with athletic seasons? Do you have courses that are single trimester, d=
ouble trimester and full year?
Thanks in advance for any input- have a great Thanksgiving everyone!
Lora D. Allison
Director of Student Activities, Community Service and Events
Coordinator of Independent Senior Projects
St. Margaret's Episcopal School
31641 La Novia
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
(949) 661-4804 ext. 230
(949) 488-8151- fax
lora.allison@smes.org
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