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  Case: My kid will be labeled "slow"
You are an elementary teacher, and Sarah Readome struggles with reading. Title I services are available, and you have consulted with the Title I teacher. However, Sarah's mom is hesitant to agree. She is concerned that Sarah will be labeled "slow," and she doesn't want any extra attention focused on her daughter. Sarah's mom's permission is necessary for Title I intervention. What would you do?
Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!)
This is a very common issue a teacher will run into when attempting to obtain permission for services needed. The best way to do this is to relay the information in a kind and nurturing, yet concise manner. Be well prepared and have back-up to your claims, and show the things you have already done and how they did or did not work.

Explain to Sarah's mother that Sarah would absolutely not be labeled "slow" if she were to receive these services. Firstly, slow is not a label used in school. Let her know what kind of labels we do use in the school, such as: at risk, making gains, and performing at grade level and not performing at grade level. These "labels" are given to students based on performance regardless of services given. Since this is the first time this is being brought to the parent, go slow and show her data of where Sarah's reading level is and where she may fall in the class and grade level ranks. This will show her that Sarah is not the only student in class that will be taking advantage of the services, and therefore will not be singled out in any way. This also shows her why Sarah may need extra help. Explain that there are many forms of help that she can receive, but one option is before and/or after school tutoring. This would not take place in class and would include her peers that are receiving the same services.

Parents usually want the best for their child and are hesitant because they do not want their child to be made fun of, or feel that they are "dumb." Your job is to reassure them that neither will happen and that you are looking into the best interest of the student. The earlier sooner that Sarah receives services, the sooner she will start to improve.
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
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Comments: Very well said, I cannot even think of anything to add.
Rated On: March 2, 2013 11:45 pm
Rated By: ebuquv
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
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Rated On: March 3, 2013 8:30 pm
Rated By: yTuGyd
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
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Rated On: April 18, 2013 6:43 pm
Rated By: uheZeN
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
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Rated On: April 20, 2013 2:16 am
Rated By: KW1091
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Great solution. It is very respectful of the student and their parents. The parent must be reassured and told that special services are meant to benefit their child.
Rated On: October 14, 2014 7:58 pm
Rated By: Megan Lee
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This is the best answer and solution for this case.
Rated On: October 18, 2014 10:06 am
Rated By: zemyRy
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Great, comprehensive solution....
Rated On: October 19, 2014 2:14 am
Rated By: uZyvaP
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I agree with this solution and feel that it is important to give the parents all the information so they can make the best decision for their child.
Rated On: October 19, 2014 4:38 pm
Rated By: uVejeg
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: If I were in this situation, I would exactly do this.
Rated On: October 19, 2014 11:25 pm
Rated By: apened
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I agree with this solution.
Rated On: October 20, 2014 1:05 am
Rated By: suNypy
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I think this addresses the parental concerns well and provides clear direction as to help that's needed.
Rated On: October 20, 2014 3:21 am
Rated By: WeGuQy
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Making the parent feel comfortable and reassured that the child's best interest is at hand is key.
Rated On: October 20, 2014 3:38 am
Rated By: Deborah Guyton
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Reassuring the parent is a great solution.
Rated On: February 25, 2015 1:42 am
Rated By: Jen
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I agree, this would only be to help her daughter be more successful.
Rated On: February 25, 2015 6:22 pm
Rated By: Sydbug
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I loved the examples you gave!
Rated On: February 26, 2015 8:50 pm
Rated By: BuMynu
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Great advice
Rated On: February 27, 2015 5:03 pm
Rated By: qyMeda
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Giving the parents facts and keeping it positive is a great idea.
Rated On: February 27, 2015 5:49 pm
Rated By: myNyHy
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This is exactly what I would do, this solution gives the parents information and evidence that shows that their child does need extra help.
Rated On: March 1, 2015 1:51 am
Rated By: LedaQy
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: If I were in this situation, I would do exactly this. I feel that by calmly explaining the scenario to the parent is the best way to handle the situation and to get them on board for helping the student who is in need of assistance.
Rated On: March 1, 2015 12:20 pm
Rated By: Mariah Salas
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: I think this is a helpful solution.
Rated On: March 2, 2015 3:52 am
Rated By: vuDybe
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This is an excellent idea to use. I will be using this idea.
Rated On: October 17, 2015 6:23 pm
Rated By: qutehu
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: Yeah, this is delicate but the mom needs to understand that it'll be for her daughter's benefit. Talking to the mother and explaining this to her is the best suggestion!
Rated On: October 18, 2015 6:53 pm
Rated By: ymuXyg
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This is the best solution.
Rated On: October 15, 2017 11:18 pm
Rated By: ysyByg
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This is a great approach!
Rated On: October 20, 2019 10:02 pm
Rated By: JeTeQu
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This is a great solution.
Rated On: February 19, 2020 7:05 pm
Rated By: JeRaGu