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  Case: Parent putting down their child
During a student-led conference, a parent came in to observe their child's work throughout the year so far. When presented with the work, the parent took notice of everything the student did wrong and went as far as to make the student rewrite a story so that the words were spelled correctly. The parent then talked to another school staff member about how now they see that the teacher puts in little to no effort to teach the class. The situation escalated so much that the school's SRO stood in the classroom to ensure the parent was escorted if things continued to escalate. Is there a different way to handle situations like this?
Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!)
I would advise the parent to never put their child down. They are trying their best and that is up to the teacher on whether or not the student is giving each assignment their full potential. As a parent I wouldn't go as far a to making my child redo the assignment but I would sit down with them during a parent teacher conference and see where I can help my child with their schoolwork at home. As an educator I don't allow any disrespectful words or actions in my classroom whatsoever whether that is from a student or a parent. Calling the SRO was a good idea so that the situation wouldn't escalate any further.
 
     
     
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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: A parent-teacher conference seems like the best solution here.
Rated On: October 8, 2023 7:27 pm
Rated By: Emma Beatty