Just had my "back to school" night at the middle school where my two kids are attending. I'm a veteran at these events, having been a middle school and high school guidance counselor in my past life.
I'm always amazed at the number of parents who storm their child's teachers on this night. This is the worst time to discuss an issue you have about your child. This poor teacher is focused on her/his presentation, trying to make a good impression, and apeasing the 80 or so parents he/she will be speaking in front of. Confronting a teacher on this night will not serve you nor your child well. I'm not saying that the teacher is going to ignore you; she/he may not give you 100 % of their attention.
If you have something important to share with your child's teacher, write it in an email or ask when would be a convenient time for the both of you to speak. This will ensure that your child's teacher will give you the full attention you will need when speaking about your child.
