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A.G. asks from Clinton, MA on September 09, 2011

Should I Send a Card to Former Early Intervention Specialist?

Good evening ladies
SO I have been thinking alot lately about a woman who used to work with my son through early intervention. She was such a nice, warm, inviting woman and my son (and i) adored her! She worked with my son for about a year when he was 2-3 yrs old.. anyways he is now 5 and caught up in every area he was behind in. Would it be appropriate of me to send her a card or letter with his 1st day of kindergarten pic expressing how much I thank her for the help she gave us? Or is that sort of let it be because that was over 2 years ago? I think I would appreciate it... what do you think? Thanks

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I was thinking it would be appreciated, the idea of if it actually helping keep her job secure I didn't even think of (thanks betsy) :) So yes I will send her a card with a letter inside, maybe I could even convince my son to write her something too or atleast draw her a pokemon pic...Any ideas what to write so I dont sound like a worn out halmark card though? Thanks ladies!

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K.*. answers from Los Angeles on September 09, 2011

ABSOLUTELY! It will be appreciated...everyone single person on this planet lives for love and appreciation. I know that sounds hippy, but it really is true! Xo

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R.Y. answers from New York on September 09, 2011

I think it would be nice to send a card and an update. I still wonder about kids I worked with in the past (as a social worker).

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S.R. answers from El Paso on September 09, 2011

I think she will think it is AWESOME. Teachers of any kind love being appreciated and remembered.

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M.M. answers from Hartford on September 10, 2011

I think it would be a wonderful thing to do. As a teacher in my past life - I think she would appreciate knowing how she impacted your child and his education. I often wish I could tell my son's kindergarten teacher about him. She retired after his year in kindergarten and he has SO improved in school (now in 8th grade) and I would love for her to know. He had a rocky start and now makes honor roll. I say "go for it".

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G.S. answers from Boston on September 10, 2011

I haven't read the other answers you've been given, but I vote absolutely yes to sending her a card. As a teacher myself, I would love getting such a validating and happy update from a former student. I guarantee you that it will mean a lot to her, and it won't matter whether it was 2 years ago or 10. You never forget your students. By the way, I also have to say that it is lovely of you to think of doing this.

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D.W. answers from Providence on September 10, 2011

Definitely send it! I'm a teacher, and I love to get these things. One of my favorites was when a student with autism that I had when he was in 5th grade sent me an graduation announcement. We love to hear back from our former students and their parents!

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R.Y. answers from New York on September 09, 2011

I think it would be nice to send a card and an update. I still wonder about kids I worked with in the past (as a social worker).

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R.H. answers from Springfield on September 10, 2011

YES! In the early intervention field, the providers usually don't get to hear much about the kids once they age out of the system. I'm sure she would love to get an update from your son! Also, I'm sure she would love to hear that she did a great job and made a difference in your lives. I would send it!

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K.*. answers from Los Angeles on September 09, 2011

ABSOLUTELY! It will be appreciated...everyone single person on this planet lives for love and appreciation. I know that sounds hippy, but it really is true! Xo

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D.B. answers from Charlotte on September 10, 2011

Of course it would be appropriate! It would probably mean a lot to her. Plus, she could use it for future prospective employers!

Put a picture of your son in it so she can see what he looks like now. You will make her day!

Lovely idea, A.!
D.

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G.H. answers from Chicago on September 09, 2011

you can never go wrong with 'acts of kindness', we all appreciate them no matter how long ago it was

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J.B. answers from Chicago on September 09, 2011

I'm a therapist with Early Intervention and I think this would be very nice for you to do. I'm always curious how the children I've worked with are doing.

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S.R. answers from Kansas City on September 09, 2011

That sounds like a great idea.

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B.M. answers from Boston on September 10, 2011

Not only would it be appropriate it may help her career. I work in EI and have found that positive letters from families help my professional portfolio. Mention some specifics in the letter. "You taught my family ..." "You showed us how to ..." It may help her get a raise, a new job, a promotion, or maintain her current position in a time of budget cuts.

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L.M. answers from Houston on September 09, 2011

WOW! That is very sweet... I would for sure do it. I am sure it will bring a huge smile to her face knowing how much she meant/means to you and your son. Everyone loves a sincere Thank you! Especially when it is hand written.

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V.C. answers from Dallas on September 09, 2011

I used to work in ECI and would have loved to hear good news about a student.

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L.M. answers from Dover on September 10, 2011

I think that would be a very nice gesture and she would probably love to hear how well he's doing. I would send it but wouldn't stress if I didn't.

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S.B. answers from Dallas on September 10, 2011

YES, send a card or a note of thanks. I am sure she would love to hear how well your son is doing! Also send a copy to the supervisor at the agency so she can be recognized for her work. It will reinforce that the early intervention really works and that may be helpful to an agency who may be forced with budget cuts.

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E.K. answers from Boston on September 10, 2011

Yes! Educators only see a small part of a child's growth . Let her know the difference she made!

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D.P. answers from Pittsburgh on September 10, 2011

Absolutely! What a great idea!

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C.B. answers from New London on September 10, 2011

SEND IT!! Expressing gratitude is never a mistake!! :)

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E.M. answers from Boston on September 10, 2011

you can never go wrong with expressing gratitide from your heart - don't worry about sounding like a hallmark card! Say whatever feels appropriate to you! You should ALWAYS send along thanks or gratitude or words of kindness - people always love to know that their work made a difference in your lives. What else are we here for?!?
Get a nice card and make it pretty, if that feels right for you to do!
enjoy!

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