Home | How It Works | Stats Login | Register         Case: Mom is too busy In my Kindergarten classroom I have a repeating student. This year his mom is a single parent. He is one of 3 children in the home. His mom works 2 jobs to be the sole supporter for the family. She us unable to attend most functions at school such as class parties and award ceremonies. My student gets very sad when other parents are there and his mom is not. As a result he shuts down. He won't do his work, he acts out, and he cries. His mother is aware of the issue but is not in a position to make changes to her work schedule. How can we help this child not feel let down and insignificant? Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!) Remind the child that you are there for them and they are extra special because they have you to attend these events with. You can only make up for what the child is missing and remind them that they are special, maybe see if the siblings can attend to make the student feel better.