Academic Performance: Simplicity

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Do You Have Consequences at Home for School Behavior?

My son is having a rough time in kindergarten and I'm really disappointed in his behavior. It seems he is not following directions, being very silly, having a hard time transitioning between activities, and often becoming angry (about things others did, things he couldn't do, etc) and he is unable to calm himself down and join his class. He is spending a lot of time in time-out and now in another classroom, I assume because he is too disruptive to stay in his own class. he had a lot of these behaviors in preschool too but it seems to be...

Math

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Kumon Learning Centers

Hi all, I am thinking of enrolling my daughter in the Kumon Learning Center (much like Sylvan). She is having a difficult time in reading and math this year. I thought it might be able to give her that boost of confidence in herself and her learning. She is 6.5 yrs old. Was wondering if any of you have had experience with the centers or ones like them? Thanks!!

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Keurig or Tassimo

I was thinking o getting a keurig or tassimo coffie maker. I like lattes...

Parent & Teacher Meetings

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Teacher Wants to Do a Focus Chart... I Am a Bit Concerned..

as per the recent report card and teacher conferences.. my 3rd grade daughter is easily distractable and having a hard time focusing in class. The teacher came up with a plan to put a sheet of paper on her desk.. and give her tally mark every time she is not focusing.. the teacher showed me the chart yesterday afternoon.. At first I thought it was ok.. but now I really think it is going to freak my child out.. I was thinking if my boss put such a chart on my desk at work and if he came by and I was not 100% focused on work.. I would get...

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Teacher at School

Hello Ladies, O.K. here goes. My daughter is in the 7th grade and has been...

Reading

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Crib Recalls & Recommendations

Just found out our Ellis Simplicity crib has been recalled. The manufact. is out of business. We have to take the thing back to Target and receive a refund, credit or replacement. Our son is too young to move to a toddler bed. Any crib recommendations? We need to get a new one pronto. Thanks.

School Administration

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What to Give a Retiring Kindergarten Teacher?

Hi there, My daughter is in Kindergarten with a great teacher and I am the classroom parent. All year, it's been pulling teeth to get parents to contribute towards the holiday gift which I managed to give a $100 gift certificate, by some miracle, then Teacher Appreciation day, few gave towards some things (flowers and goodies) I bought for the teacher. Now, it's the end of the year, and it's been a wonderful year with a great teacher AND she's retiring. My mother, who retired several years ago after teaching 40 years said, the teacher will...