Posts by VisionaryMom

I actually think it's a sign of a conscientious teacher that she's taking the time that she'd normally have for herself for planning, down time, etc. to teach math to the half-day kids. Elementary teachers usually use the time that...

I don't think you're being stubborn. BSA is a hill to die on for me. I absolutely will not give my money to any organization that I know to have anti-gay leanings. While we're pretty open to our children participating in various...

We are in the trial month for Tae Kwon Do right now. They don't actually give you the rates upfront (which seems to be standard here). We have to meet with someone to go over the options, though the receptionist told us $120-160 a...

Quote: Originally Posted by domesticidyll  In some ways, it's maybe better if she's willing for you to research and send in materials than wanting herself to be in control of providing the work. At least you can...

We are gluten-free. I usually send either meat (deli meat or leftover baked chicken) with cheese or a substantial trail mix (which wouldn't work with the no nuts rule), either GF crackers or tortillas, a fruit, and a veggie with dip...

Quote: Originally Posted by Linda on the move  I do.   I also think that schools are more likely to approach problem behavior in a more positive way. I think that kids are more accepting of special...

Our school has what the PTA president called a "skeletal organization" in a Facebook message. We have Open House on October 6, and she's hoping to rally some parents to participate. Her representation to me (we're new to this district)...

My son is in public school. Despite my concerns about his teacher, the district overall is great for gifted students. We're living in an area with a reputation for really good private schools. I think 70% proficient is about the lowest...

Quote: Originally Posted by MJB  By quackery I mean things like homeopathics, fad foods like gluten-free/no soy/etc., and other things that have no scientific basis but are promoted as "natural" consumer alternatives....

Well, we went in this morning, and the school secretary said, "oh, she's not here today." OMG! So...we don't know anything more now than we knew yesterday. We did run into the classroom aide and talked to her for a few minutes. She...