I remember that scene but don’t remember my emotional response, if any. As I understand, you’re implying it’s bad. Can you elaborate?
He comes into the conference. He's using the overly-mannered language. He doesn't really listen to what the teacher is saying and just tries to make excuses. He can't help but take a series of passive-aggressive digs at his ex-wife and her parenting choices. He makes a bunch of vague promises about taking action to address the issues, but clearly is just saying what he thinks the teacher wants to hear.
Then there's just the (very real) absurdity of trying to have a conversation with another adult while sitting at a desk that was designed for 9 year olds.