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Preschool for 4.5 y/o--I think I blew it started by newbymom05 (2/16/10 at 3:02pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by newbymom05 Thanks, all. As an... 2/23/10 at 10:24pm by Smocked	15	793
Which kindergarten would you choose? started by NicaG (2/22/10 at 12:06am)	It sounds to me like your gut is already telling you which... 2/23/10 at 2:20pm by dancingmama	4	369
dd is scared of her teacher (first grade) started by MommyDOK (2/23/10 at 2:20am)	While it wouldn't hurt to investigate the teacher, I would... 2/23/10 at 12:19pm by Tigerchild	3	485
He's IN He's IN He's IN!!!!!!!!!! started by peaceful_mama (2/19/10 at 6:54pm)	I know how you feel! Congratulations. 2/22/10 at 11:16pm by AndrewsMother	6	517
Am I overreacting? PE question started by Momily (2/16/10 at 10:21pm) 1 2	Quote: Originally Posted by peaceful_mama you go home, make... 2/22/10 at 10:53pm by VisionaryMom	28	1,757
What does public school 1st grade look like? started by eepster (2/21/10 at 4:27pm)	It does vary state to state. Does your school have a... 2/22/10 at 6:08pm by Ellien C	2	467
What does reading instruction look like for second grade? started by Geofizz (2/19/10 at 12:56pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by CarrieMF Reading is a seperate... 2/21/10 at 6:10pm by Geofizz	17	1,034
Calling off for weather? started by mattemma04 (2/15/10 at 7:54am)	We live farther from DS's school than most of his classmates... 2/19/10 at 3:26am by eepster	8	526
Guessing on IOWA Tests? started by mattemma04 (2/17/10 at 10:49am)	Your children should follow the same instructions as the... 2/19/10 at 2:58am by eepster	5	456
visiting public elementary schools -- reasonable to ask to sit & observe classes? started by indigosky (2/7/10 at 6:12pm) 1 2 3	There's a lot of public property off limits to many people... 2/18/10 at 11:13pm by Altair	50	2,227
x-post: Good books to read to 1st grade class? started by marieangela (2/17/10 at 11:49am)	"How I Became a Pirate" 2/18/10 at 8:42pm by blizzard_babe	2	303
Dd and school started by Lolafanana (1/7/10 at 11:30pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by ChristaN There is a mama who... 2/17/10 at 2:16pm by joensally	14	1,034
How long does it take your 1st grader to write 3 sentences? (x-posted in Learning at Home) started by Daffodil (2/14/10 at 8:53pm)	Well, the responses so far are surprisingly reassuring. DD's... 2/16/10 at 11:46pm by Daffodil	7	541
Preschool started by columbusmomma (2/9/10 at 3:16pm)	It is also important that you feel completely at ease with... 2/16/10 at 9:36pm by fcmontessori	8	554
3 calls to school and Principals won't call back! started by robin4kids (2/5/10 at 6:00pm) 1 2	Quote: Originally Posted by rabrog It wasn't over the drop... 2/16/10 at 12:23pm by mtiger	24	1,854
How much does it cost for private school? started by Kailey's mom (2/8/10 at 11:16pm) 1 2 3	My sensory-ish dd1 was in no way shape or form ready for any... 2/14/10 at 7:09pm by beanma	44	2,136
Please Help Naming Science Project started by MsBirdie (2/12/10 at 7:51pm)	Thanks for the ideas. They are great!! 2/14/10 at 2:15pm by MsBirdie	4	339
would this be appropriate? fragrance being used in ds's classroom started by plantmama (2/9/10 at 9:09pm) 1 2	Quote: Originally Posted by DashsMama My MIL is a retired... 2/14/10 at 2:06pm by MJB	26	1,468
French Immersion Experiences started by shelleyd (2/9/10 at 6:40pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by rachelsmama -some schools are a... 2/14/10 at 10:01am by ollyoxenfree	5	487
Talk to me about your PTA/PTO started by mamalisa (2/10/10 at 9:23pm)	We have a PTO and I am pleasantly surprised with it.... 2/12/10 at 5:52pm by My3guys	9	544
Writing skills by the end of 3rd grade? started by oceanbaby (2/9/10 at 4:10am) 1 2	Quote: Originally Posted by oceanbaby We probably will get... 2/11/10 at 8:24pm by Linda on the...	20	1,139
Am I Under and Over reacting? started by terran631 (2/5/10 at 4:52pm) 1 2	This is going to sound crazy and it's definitely not... 2/11/10 at 3:32pm by sapphire_chan	39	2,062
Do you think the school your children goes to actually matters in the big picture? started by amcal (1/29/10 at 11:19pm) 1 2 3	I think the school definitely matters! Look at what matters... 2/11/10 at 4:05am by brittneyscott	52	2,827
Middle school boys started by greenbeing (2/4/10 at 3:43pm)	Our daughter has a b-day just past the cut-off, so she is... 2/10/10 at 12:42pm by mom2ponygirl	15	762
Certified copy started by Ivan's Mom (2/9/10 at 10:57pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by Momily At my school, at least,... 2/9/10 at 11:39pm by Linda on the...	3	332
What is school useful for? started by Dandelionkid (1/25/10 at 9:48pm) 1 2 3…6	Quote: Originally Posted by CatsCradle I understand the... 2/9/10 at 7:19pm by choli	106	5,606
Rude Kindergarten Teacher started by LightToast (2/4/10 at 10:11pm)	I read this and agree with the suggestions already posted.... 2/9/10 at 4:21pm by boricuaqueen327	8	1,171
School System Banning Books Based on Parental Complaint? started by mama1803 (1/29/10 at 3:27pm) 1 2	Quote: Originally Posted by Annie Mac If that passage that... 2/8/10 at 7:18pm by Ellien C	20	1,357
Waldorf, Montessori & Other options started by Lovumms333238 (2/8/10 at 3:41am)	This might help. Someone asked about the difference between... 2/8/10 at 1:57pm by MattBronsil	2	363
Which school would you pick? started by girlsmamma2 (1/27/10 at 4:26pm)	That is such a good sign that you feel more at peace with... 2/7/10 at 1:53am by mommia	13	690
easing a shy child into preschool started by ahpo5 (2/1/10 at 5:57pm)	Great ideas!! Thank you, I plan to use a little of all of... 2/4/10 at 3:35pm by ahpo5	4	591
I think I'm abusing my child, please help! started by fairejour (1/6/10 at 12:57am) 1 2 3	i'm glad that it is going well! 2/3/10 at 7:59pm by zoebird	51	4,151
Concerned about kinder now being "boring" and "dumb" started by greenbeing (1/29/10 at 1:25am)	DS has all kinds of comments about school when he's tired and... 2/3/10 at 6:36pm by Bekka	5	577
Smartest kid goes to private HS for free-removed for review started by lauren (2/3/10 at 2:38pm)	Thanks for your patience. 2/3/10 at 2:38pm by lauren	0	331
School issues help! started by Morning Star (2/1/10 at 8:29am)	If he's feeling crowded, is he able to verbalize it? We have... 2/2/10 at 4:14pm by MissNo	4	554
Anyone else feel guilty for having their kids in school? started by MonkeyPrincess (1/30/10 at 8:24pm) 1 2	I don't feel guilty. I wanted to homeschool, but some... 2/2/10 at 4:12pm by MissNo	23	1,269
Late - what to do started by meemee (1/21/10 at 8:32am) 1 2 3…5	OP, if you wanted to model responsible behavior, you would... 2/1/10 at 4:26pm by VisionaryMom	99	4,939
Does your school serve chocolate milk? started by Oonah (1/6/10 at 10:52pm) 1 2 3 4 5	The chocolate milk doesn't bother me and I think it's kind of... 2/1/10 at 3:58pm by EFmom	95	4,795
Tips for integrating into foreign-language school? started by Jane456 (1/31/10 at 11:05am)	I haven't been in your situation. I have known children who... 1/31/10 at 5:36pm by ollyoxenfree	1	261
stuck in preschool decision agony..... started by snoopy5386 (1/28/10 at 6:17pm) 1 2	I have not read all the replies but as someone who uses a... 1/30/10 at 12:11pm by shayinme	22	1,144
Thoughts on "Behavior Bucks" reward system at school started by amcal (7/24/09 at 12:12pm) 1 2	DS has a student teacher this term who has instituted the... 1/29/10 at 2:51pm by JayGee	26	3,482
I think I'm proud and thrilled...but... started by Fyrestorm (1/26/10 at 5:40pm)	I work in the school system, and was trained by... 1/29/10 at 9:38am by romacox	9	950
Being the youngest. Re: holding kids back from K started by ZoshaMosha (1/26/10 at 12:11pm) 1 2	Quote: Originally Posted by crl If she is socially and... 1/28/10 at 10:43am by ChristaN	28	1,529
Sport team support at school started by velochic (1/15/10 at 3:33pm) 1 2	I wanted to chime in that when we have a 'jersey day' at... 1/27/10 at 9:46pm by mojumi	39	1,821
Teacher handing out candy.... started by je309 (1/25/10 at 1:56pm) 1 2	Thank you all for your support. JL83, I think we're going to... 1/27/10 at 8:31pm by je309	24	1,019
how do you choose? started by Momma Aimee (1/27/10 at 4:22pm)	I'd start with the Great Schools website, which has test... 1/27/10 at 4:39pm by crl	1	314
half or full day kindy? started by lisalulu (1/19/10 at 8:16pm) 1 2 3	The schools in my area are slowly going to full day JK. I... 1/26/10 at 2:46pm by momtoS	43	1,612
punishing whole class for behavior of individuals started by Erin22 (1/25/10 at 12:49pm)	I guess I don't like the idea of carrying a punishment over... 1/26/10 at 12:37pm by Erin22	10	1,357
writing difficulty in 6 1/2 yo started by minkin03 (1/26/10 at 12:25am)	You may find this article very interesting. "Reading in the... 1/26/10 at 12:41am by LauraLoo	1	333
Would you have kept her home today? started by momtoS (1/25/10 at 11:52am) 1 2	Yes, absolutely. And as a daycare teacher I would have... 1/25/10 at 5:48pm by StephandOwen	20	970