Happy Teaching

Episode #32: Tackling Parent Teacher Conferences


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In this episode, we’re diving into student-led conferences. Yes, even in Pre-K and Kindergarten! Alex walks you through how these conferences can look in early childhood settings, and how to keep the process simple, meaningful, and manageable. If the idea of student-led conferences has ever felt intimidating or “too much” for young learners, this episode will change your mind.


✨ What You’ll Hear:

  1. What a student-led conference actually looks like in a Pre-K or Kindergarten classroom
  2. Why it doesn’t have to be complicated (and how to keep it age-appropriate)
  3. The power of students sharing their learning in their own words
  4. How this approach strengthens home-school connections and builds student confidence
  5. Encouragement to start small and adjust based on what works for you


🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned:

  1. Related Blog Post: Student Led Conferences in Kindergarten 
  2. Join the Print and Play Club filled with classroom management, resources, and support. Join here if you're not a member already! 
  3. 💌 Grab your free weekly teaching pep talk with our Teacher Tuesday emails

The Happy Teaching Podcast with The Kindergarten Connection is the go-to podcast for Pre-K and Kindergarten teachers who want simple, effective, and joyful teaching strategies—fast!

Hosted by Alex John, this bite-sized podcast delivers classroom management tips, engaging lesson ideas, and real-life solutions you can implement immediately. Whether you're looking to create smoother routines, build stronger student connections, or bring more fun into your teaching day, each episode (in ten minutes or less!) is designed to make your job easier and your classroom happier.

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