Let me chime in here and reinforce the message. When a child that loves school suddenly starts hating it, something is wrong! GET INVOLVED AND GET IT SOLVED!
When my oldest was in 2nd grade, she went through the same sort of experience. She is gifted, and requires curriculum enrichment to remain challenged. Her teacher did not seem interested in doing anything that meant more work for her. As I look back on that year, I regret not having insisted she be moved to another classroom.
It isn't always a teacher problem. There are a lot of things that can be causing these issues. Bullying. Learning Difficulties. Vision Problems. The important thing is that the problem is identified and resolved.
Thanks for the guidance. I have a meeting scheduled with the teacher. I'm really impressed with what he is learning and I love the volunteer work. Now that I know I'm not the only one that makes me feel a little better.. Thanks again
Okay- so I thought it was just me!! Yes, I just had a run in with one of the aides, however it was for a completely different reason. Her husband didn't get on the newly elected PTO board. She is trying to create a stink and approached me in the mailroom of our school. The only thing I knew to do was to let our principal know of the problem. Can't imagine what it would be like for one of my children to have to deal with her on a day-to-day basis, but get this thing as out in the open as you can (principal, teacher and aide in a meeting). If the problems are real, it's great to have a principal's perspective. If you have a school counselor, invite them in too. Don't sit back and hope it goes away. This should be an enjoyable year for your youngin. And..pray!
Don't stop volunteering!!!! It sounds like maybe this aide is threatened by the volunteers. Maybe she thinks if enough volunteers come in she won't be needed? It sounds though like her problems are affecting her ability to deal with your child. I would approach the teacher and get her/his take on your child's behavior issues. If you get the same story then try to work with the teacher and aide to help with the problem. If the teacher has a different view, then it's time to sit down with the principal and voice your concern. It would be a horrible thing to have your son go from loving school to hating it. Just remember to stay calm and ask questions only relating to what is happening with your son's specific problem. Don't accuse or put blame on anyone. Good luck and let us all know what happens.
Has anyone out their had a problem with teachers and/or aide's because of your interest in school. Our school has very few volunteer's so I work a good bit. However, the aide in my son's class does not like parental involvement. O.K. I work in other places and stay away from his class except for fieldtrips. My son who has never had a disipline problem now has one according to Ms. Aide. Last year he couldn't wait to get to school, this year he doesn't want to go and has nightmares because of all of the nitpicking. Should I stop volunteering? Any help would be appreciated. I feel better already.
