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Eating Snacks at School on the Floor
21 Oct 2009 ... I am sorry to the people who replied who are teachers - it's not a slam on them. As a parent, I think it's our JOB to protect our kids and speak up for when ...
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- CS, I agree with all the posts - HOWEVER, to add my own 2 cents, I like what Amanda had to say about the "rug" idea too. I am in a similar position at home as yo...
- I teach 2nd grade, and I can tell you that the floor may be cleaner than the tops of the desks:) I understand that you are concerned, but I agree with the PP's. Scho...
- how about suggesting they bring a little towel (or one for him if nothing else) that they sit on rather than the floor? I would send him with one that has a "right" s...
Need Advice on Giving Son with ADD Medication~
There is nothing wrong with most of these kids, and it is criminal for teachers to suggest putting a child on drugs to make their jobs easier. ...
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- I agree with his dad -- not that I'm on his side -- he only sees his son every other weekend or less, so he can't claim to be some amazing parent. Think about it ...
- My first advice is to check out some boards devoted to ADHD (BabyCenter and iVillage are good starting points). You'll be able to exchange information with parents who...
- My comments are similar to Jenn S "A controlled diet can be really helpful, but it takes a lot of commitment. Not that this is bad, just something to keep in mind. F...
Looking for Alternative Discipline Methods
It is not an easy job. Each child has different needs for each different subject he/she is learning. For 1 teacher to get the material across to all the ...
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- Instead of taking things away or threatening, this age responds beautifully to positive reinforcement. This was recommended to me and it was a miracle! I recommended...
- Hey there... I've been there done that.. expect my kid is four. We started looking for alternatives when at 2 1/2 I swatted him on the bottom and he laughed at me. Thi...
- You may have tried this already, but I have used a reward system instead of punishment sometimes. I have a 3 year old daughter who is as sweet as she can be, but she ...
My Son Is Being Bullied and I Don't Know What to Do?
I followed all the rules and ended up actually almost screaming at my daughter's 4th grade teacher! I told her I'd have her job and pull my child right the ...
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- you should take 0 tolerence to these kids doing that to your son. It is heart breaking. my son was new to his school last year and my father died and he was very ver...
- Hi E. - I'm sorry your son is being bullied and I don't have direct advice about that. One thing you can do is reaffirm that YOU love him, that HE HAS value as a huma...
- First off, Related or not, this is your son! Honey, listen to all these wonderful mom,here. You call every day, make it a point that you will NOT tolerate this! SHame ...
Private or Public School
If I didn't do well in school, I wouldn't beable to get a job that paid well ... Can you register her for both and then meet with the teachers in public ...
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- T., I'm not sure where you are writing from but if it is in the Tri-Cities I believe I know the school. My daughter went to a private pre-school for two years foll...
- As a public school teacher, and advocate for public education, I'd say go with what you're comfortable with. If you can afford to keep your child in private school whe...
- if you are concerned about your daughter's education and have the money to spend, i would honestly look into some sort of home school program, and that doesn't mean yo...
Obamas Plan for Longer School Days
30 Sep 2009 ... please dont get me wrong i meant no disrespect what so ever to teachers i think teachers have one of the hardest jobs in America i guess i ...
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- I couldn't agree w/ the previous poster more. I am lucky enough to stay home but I feel for the parents that don't that have to worry about babysitters and daycares f...
- you are brave to open this can of worms! LOL longer school days would be very beneficial.. the school districts keep cutting programs.. Class times are shortened and ...
- I agree with him wholeheartedly. 5-6 hours of school a day is nothing. What's wrong with 8-10 hours of school? It will leave less time for gangs, drinking, sex, hangin...
My Son Is Not Following Directions.
... and if she's not equipped to handle it, perhaps she ought to change jobs. .... For the sake of our teachers, it is important that we demand that our ...
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- Hi C., You sound like a great mom, C. and I'm sure you did nothing wrong in the preschool years =) Your son may just be having a hard time with the teacher's ins...
- What type of directions is he not following? Sometimes children have difficulty following verbal directions, especially ones with a lot of steps. I would recommend mee...
- I have a 17, 11 and 9 year old. I've been telling them since daycare that sometimes we all have to do things we don't like, sometimes it won't be fair but there are r...
Advice on How to Deal with an Insecure and Bizarre Mom at My Child's School
I sent an email to the teachers saying that although other chaperones had ... of drama that you see in your job as a teacher That definitely couldve been a ...
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- Hi there, If it is bothering you that she is showing such resentment for your accomplishments, and doesn't see that you gave her equal credit. You might just go up to...
- Tell the teacher that the other mom doesn't like you, and you'd appreciate it if the teacher would personally assign you to one of the field trips during the school ye...
- L., assuming that this mom is only bizarre and not dangerous (and you've said nothing that would indicate this), I'd take the high road. It's so important for your ch...
Considering Having 10 Year Old Daughter Repeat 5Th Grade Next Year
Read all 50 responses: "My daughter's teacher suggested we hold my 10 year old ... Sometimes being a mom is the toughess jobs, how do know what is best? ...
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- Hi, I don't feel that your 10yr. old needs to repeat the whole grade. Do some research and hire a tutor for her a couple of hours, 2-3 days a week. My son is in Highsc...
- I'd put in a vote for holding her back. I have taught middle school and it really does matter if she doesn't know her basic math and what seems like minor spelling and...
- Hi C., I was a teacher for 17 years and I know how challenging this decision is for you. However, I also know how hard 6th grade is. I have watched students come in...
Anxious About Sending Daughter to Kindergarten and Then Elementary School
Teachers need and want students with manners and good behavior It makes their jobs easier to teach right So I figure if I can give him a head start with ...
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- It is always hard to see your child leave behind a 'baby' phase and grow into a 'big kid' phase, but at least she is growing well and developing normally. Maybe try t...
- Relax. It will all work out. My husband and I had similar feelings about our daughter's entrance to "big school." Now that she's halfway through first grade, I can ...
- Kindergarten is a part of growing up. You should think of doing a school photo album for your daughter and each year take a picture of her first day of school and a pi...
