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  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?
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Is there no other relative that could come? Such as grandparents, aunts, or even older cousins? If not you said their are two other children in his home, do any of the other attend the same school? If they do I would let the other children come in for the functions but for allotted time so the other child's learning is not being disruptive. In addition I would try working on some elf esteem exercises or talking to a counselor.
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
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Comments: You're right. Other family members can serve as a great support system.
Rated On: February 22, 2015 12:04 am
Rated By: eqeTys
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
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Comments: Good idea
Rated On: February 22, 2015 11:38 pm
Rated By: Luvyba
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
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Comments: This solution is helpful. I would definitely try to see if there was anyone else that could come to the functions. Or check to see if a tutor, or school volunteer could possibly step in.
Rated On: February 23, 2015 3:04 pm
Rated By: Tabitha Tirado
 
     
     
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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
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Comments: I think having another relative that is available or having the other siblings there would be a good alternative to mom not being there.
Rated On: February 23, 2015 9:53 pm
Rated By: Shannon Stephens
 
     
     
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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. Trying to incorporate some of the other family members into the picture along with self esteem exercises and/or talking to a counselor can help to lesson the feeling he may feel that his mother is not at the school functions.
Rated On: February 25, 2015 5:45 pm
Rated By: tuWyDe
 
     
     
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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 it is a good idea to have other family members come and support the student so he does not feel alone. Talking to a guidance counselor is also a great idea because the student is clearly experiencing emotional problems because of his lack of interaction with his mother. Having him talk about these feelings now and figuring out solutions will keep him from harboring these feelings and creating problems down the road.
Rated On: February 28, 2015 12:38 am
Rated By: Hannah Poore
 
     
     
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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 solution is helpful. Finding a way to make the student feel represented and loved would be the goal.
Rated On: February 28, 2015 9:14 pm
Rated By: vuDybe
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
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Comments: Great solution!
Rated On: March 1, 2015 9:58 pm
Rated By: Maureen Esalomi
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
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The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
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Comments: Great suggestion! Talking to family is a great idea.
Rated On: March 2, 2015 2:40 am
Rated By: meMeRa
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
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The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
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Comments: Seeking quidance is probably the best.
Rated On: July 6, 2015 1:50 am
Rated By: WuXySy
 
     
     
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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
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Comments: This solution is helpful because it provides alternative options that will help the student feel more comfortable.
Rated On: October 12, 2017 2:31 pm
Rated By: uqaTaq
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
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The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
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Comments: This will still allow the student to have a person they love watch them.
Rated On: October 16, 2017 3:46 am
Rated By: JeBeVu
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
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Comments: Having other siblings attend would be a great idea!
Rated On: February 21, 2018 11:40 pm
Rated By: detyny
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
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Comments: I agree
Rated On: February 26, 2018 4:41 am
Rated By: PeMuQa
 
     
     
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The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
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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 17, 2022 12:04 am
Rated By: egamyp