Should I write a letter to Ds's teacher?

[Zach'smom]

I just attended curriculm night at Ds's kindy last night. They are having some over-crowding issues in the AM kindy becuase of a lot af late registrations. So they are adding another kindy teacher/classroom. It will make all of the class sizes much smaller which is great.

My problem is that I want to make sure that Ds is not one of the students chosen to move. They have been in school 1.5 weeks now and when they move the kids they will have been in school 2.5 weeks. Ds
is a very bright little boy, but does not adapt to change well. He thrives on routine. I think to take him out of "his" class away from "his" teacher would be horrible for him. He would not adapt well to a new classroom at this point. He is doing well in the class he is in and he really seems to click with his teacher.

Should I send an email/leter to Ds's teacher about this today? I'm not sure how to compose the letter so i don't sound witchy. They are asking for people to volunteer and then the rest of the kids will be chosen by the teachers and principal to move. They will be choosing the kids next week and they will move next Friday.

Thanks for any input!!!!

[Beth-TX]

I think it would be perfectly reasonable of you to write to your son's teacher. Just tell her what you've told us. I'm sure she'd appreciate any input if she's making the decision. As long as you're polite and respectful, I think a letter (or a visit during her conference period) would be totally appropriate.

Good luck. I hope your ds gets to stay put!

peace, Beth

[lightheart]

yes! won't hurt a bit, use what you said here , hope you don't mind but here's my idea for a letter adding/taking from what you have said already , be sure to send to pricipal and teacher, voice yourself as soon as possible!

Dear ______

After attending the recent curriculm night that was held I wanted to write and voice my happiness and concerns.

I am thrilled that another teacher/classroom will be added to the kindergarden, it will make all of the class sizes much smaller which is great for both the children and the school.

My concern is my/our son _____ will be chosen to be moved from his current class. Although ___ is a very bright little boy, he does not adapt well to change. He thrives on routine, I think to take him out of Ms.____ class would be disruptive to his learning experience. I want this year to be the best experience possible as this year will lay the foundation for his entire learning/school career.

I understand that you are asking for volunteers to make the move. I am asking if ____ is chosen for the move that I am infomed of the descion as soon as possible and that I can come in and talk with you and the teachers to discuss this matter more in depth...

blah blah thanks for your time, XXXX phone ______

how's that not too wichy in my opinion

[CarrieMF]

Honestly, I"d go in & talk to the teacher instead of writing a letter.

[BusyMommy]

Yes, send her an email. Realize that almost all of the parents feel nervous about it so just state that you feel your ds has difficulties w/transitions and may not cope well w/such a change.

[BusyMommy]

Originally Posted by CarrieMF

Honestly, I"d go in & talk to the teacher instead of writing a letter.

Funny, I'm ALWAYS a fan of face-face w/teachers but I suppose I'd do both here just so she doesn't forget; ie. soooo many voices. Quick and informal w/a smile

[Zach'smom]

I went ahead and sent an email to the teacher and cc'd it to the school principal. I explained the situation and included my phone # so they could call and discuss the matter in depth with me. I decided to go with the email rather then stopping in to speak with the teacher because I know she won't have more then a few moments to talk with me. I also wanted to get something in today because I know they will be deciding quickly who the kids are going to be so the can notify parents and start the kids in the class on Friday.

I am hoping that email convinced them that it would be a bad move for my son. Or at least scared them because they know I will put up a major fight if they call and tell me he is one of the kids being moved.: Fortunately ds is in one of the smaller classes and they won't be moving too many kids out.

[kennedy444]

Originally Posted by Beth-TX

I think it would be perfectly reasonable of you to write to your son's teacher. Just tell her what you've told us. I'm sure she'd appreciate any input if she's making the decision. As long as you're polite and respectful, I think a letter (or a visit during her conference period) would be totally appropriate.

Good luck. I hope your ds gets to stay put!

I would also address it to the school pricipal and guidance councelor. I bet they each have a hand in deciding who is going to be moved.