When a teacher, principal, and parent met to discuss a child's literacy progress, the teacher brought only the final copy of a poem written by the child. After the meeting, the principal correctly advised the teacher that in the future it would be best to come to conferences with:
A) scores from high-stakes tests
B) work by the child's classmates to use in comparing progress
C) a variety of documents such as running records, writing samples, and anecdotal notes
D) additional teachers to serve as witnesses

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Bringing a variety of documents such as running records, writing samples, and anecdotal notes provides a comprehensive view of the child's progress and allows for a more thorough discussion and analysis of their literacy development. Scores from high-stakes tests and work by the child's classmates may not be relevant or informative to the discussion. Additional teachers may be helpful, but are not necessarily required as long as the teacher can provide a well-rounded perspective on the child's progress.

When a Teacher, Principal, and Parent Met to Discuss a Child's