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Teacher Absent from School
Asked by A.S. from Dallas
on December 1, 2012
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What do you feel is an acceptable amount of time a teacher should be away from her class during the school year? Baring that there are occasional training sessions du...
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- 10 absences per school year means they call in sick AT LEAST once a month. That is too much. Personally, I believe that with the entire summer off, two weeks out f...
- I think the teacher had the flu and stayed home so that the kids didn't get it. Sometimes my kids have "substitutes" while the teacher is in the building. She is t...
- I was going to write the exact same thing as the below poster, about being a regular sub in one building. I, too, could work in my kids' school every single day if I ...
Issues with My Child's Teacher
Asked by W.C. from Chicago
on September 30, 2008
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I am hoping someone here can offer some advice. My son started first grade this year, and I have a few issues with the way his teacher handles things.
To start off...
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- I believe that teachers ALWAYS deserve the benefit of the doubt. She deserves the right to a discussion with you before going to the principal.
- WC--Have you talked with the teacher? I recommend you make an appointment to speak with her. Speaking at the dismissal time won't allow you the time you need to ask ...
- I would talk with her to find out what is happening and why. She sounds like the type of person that would be on the defensive right away, so I might approach it as "...
My Daughter Says Her "Teacher's a Bully"
Asked by K.H. from Dallas
on September 30, 2010
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My 5th grade daughter came home from school very upset yesterday by her teacher. From what I gather, they were working in small groups on a science experimemnt. Once t...
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- Your daughter is also a preteen and the hormoes are a comin'!! Talk to the teacher, find out what is going on. Tell her what your daughter said and let her know that...
- I know your main concern is probably the comment the teacher made, and as a teacher I know that is completely unacceptable. I would speak with her first and then the ...
- That seems a bit harsh to me as well. I would schedule an appointment with the teacher to discuss what happened.
How Often Do You Email Your Child's Teacher?
Asked by C.M. from St. Louis
on September 12, 2012
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Title pretty much says it all. School has only been in session for less than a month in our area but I have found that I have emailed the teacher quiet a few times (ch...
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- I haven't emailed my child's teacher at all this year. I do however see her each morning at drop off and speak to hear then with any questions/concerns or I sent a note.
- I asked a friend who is a principal and he said "involved parents are great. Crazy parents are not". So, I label myself an involved parent. I have a child with ocd ...
- I always find it easier to e-mail and most teachers we have had and know prefer it as well. School has been in session 2 weeks and I have e-mailed twice. I think an ex...
What a Teacher Told My Son
Asked by K.B. from St. Louis
on March 12, 2010
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My son informed me that another teacher (NOT HIS TEACHER) told my son that he disgust her. today they were having fear factor day which means fun day, my son and his f...
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- I would go to the principal and have a chat with them both! Good Luck !
- I would talk to that teacher and ask her 'her side' of the story. There is no excuse for someone in the education field to speak to ANY student that way.
- Just today in national news a teacher in North Carolina is being called out for writting LOSER on a 6th graders test paper. Apparently this began in the fall, the mot...
My Son's Teacher Is Ignoring Me!
Asked by M.G. from Modesto
on May 4, 2008
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Throughout the year I have asked my sons teacher if I can help in her class, and she has repeatedly told me that I am not needed, or my son is not that big of a proble...
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- Personally I would ask for a meeting with the teacher and the principal. Just FYI, for similar reasons, my girls are in a private school. Public school teachers ar...
- Ugh, I'm sorry you're going through this! It sounds to me that the teacher just doesnt like your son. (unfortunately teachers do have personal biases and if she isn't...
- It is truly sad when adults act like middle school kids. I know you said you are going to transfer your son, but what about homeschool. You sound like you are already...
Having a Problem with My Sons Teacher.
Asked by M.M. from Youngstown
on November 6, 2006
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My Five year old son has had some problems at school. The teacher sent home a letter saying that his behavior is unacceptable. She says that he don't listen, he can't ...
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- I think you need to talk to your sons teacher asap! You will never be 'out of line' by trying to work directly with the teacher in regards to helping your son do his b...
- Yes, children do make things teachers do and say look worse than they are but not always. I've seen both. On the other hand, I can tell you from experience that teache...
- You are your childs best advocate, never forget that. They learn so much from us as parents, please make an appt. and meet with his teacher. She needs to see and und...
Arrogant teacher.....sorry for Being So Lengthy
Asked by C.T. from Detroit
on December 18, 2012
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I am curious to know if anyone has ever had to deal with a situation such as this.... my 17 year old son has had some issues in one of his classes. His instructor is ...
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- I am thinking "how does making a student, of any age, sit there confused for the whole class while more and more is said (quite probably further confusing him or her) ...
- The instructor does sound like he's being a bit stubborn. I'd like to know: Is your son the only one having this issue? Could it be possible that your son IS talkin...
- I may not have the popular opinion, but your son was at fault in this too. Asking another student what the teacher said IS talking in class. What your son should hav...
Teacher Questions My Daughter's Truthfulness
Asked by D.H. from Los Angeles
on October 30, 2009
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This week my fourth grade daughter's pencil broke and she was not allowed to sharpen it until "community time". She had Scholar Dollars to spend on a new pencil. She s...
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- Hi D. - I can feel my own heart beating a little faster just reading this story, so I can fully understand your wanting a bit of time before talking to the teacher....
- Having raised a daughter already and been through what you mention and more, I can assure you this is a minor problem in life. Not all kids, but my daughter lied ma...
- I would just talk to the teacher and ask her about the incident, without blaming her. To me, it seems kind of petty to tell a child that they can't sharpen a pencil u...
Any Other Teacher Moms Out There--please Hlep!!
Asked by J.R. from Kansas City
on August 17, 2007
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I am a second grade teacher who is excited(yet a bit sad I must admit) to have my son entering kindergarten in a different school district where I am. I have been rea...
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- J., I have a son who is a first grader this year, so as a mom I understand your concerns, but I am also entering my junior year - working on my degree in elementary ed...
- Hi J., I am a former Montessori preschool teacher (turned school bus driver lol) and understand how you feel. My daughter has been placed with a new teacher the pa...
- my only thought is you were once is 1st year teacher also, maybe you can be an encouragement for her and have your son make sure he is extra good for her so it will go...
