Parent Conferences: How to make the most out of just a few minutes

Often, parents only get 5-10 minutes with their child's teacher. I am sure you want to hear all the wonderful things they might say about how respectful and sweet your child might be, but that doesn't tell you what you need to know. Or have you heard the same concerns over and over but don't understand the root issue? It is important to have time to ask questions that get you to the meat of the conversation.