Principal's Office
Principal: Come in, [Student's Name]. Have a seat.
Student: Hi Mr./Ms. [Principal's last name].
Principal: [Student's Name], I wanted to speak with you about your recent... [mention the specific issue - e.g., academic performance, behavior, etc.].
Student: Okay.
Principal: I've noticed [specific observation related to the issue - e.g., your grades have been slipping, you've been late to class several times, etc.]. I'm concerned about this because [explain why it's a concern - e.g., it affects your ability to succeed, it's disrupting the learning environment, etc.].
Student: [Student can respond honestly and explain their perspective - e.g., I'm struggling with [subject], I've been dealing with [personal issue], etc.].
Principal: I understand. [Acknowledge their perspective and show empathy - e.g., That sounds challenging, I'm sorry to hear that]. Now, I want to work with you to find a solution. Do you have any ideas about how we can address this?
Student: [Student can suggest solutions or ask for guidance - e.g., I'm willing to put in extra effort, I could use some help with [specific area], etc.].
Principal: That's a great start! I'm happy to help you [offer specific support - e.g., connect you with a tutor, discuss a study plan, etc.]. We can also talk to your parents/guardians about this and get them involved.
Student: Okay, thank you.
Principal: I'm confident that together we can get you back on track. Remember, I'm here to support you. Don't hesitate to come see me if you need anything.
Student: Thanks, Mr./Ms. [Principal's last name].
Principal: You're welcome, [Student's Name]. I look forward to seeing your progress.