My mother is a teacher, and she told me that she has a student that turned 15 and is in the seventh grade. So far, it seems like the school hasn't done anything. In this situation, shouldn't they move the child up to a higher grade, or at the very least, place them in the appropriate courses in order to save the child further embaressment, trauma, AND to prevent them from getting further behind? As a parent, if your child were at this point, what could you possibly do to help them get ahead and in the grade they belong? 15 is around the age of a high school freshman. She always talks about her students and nothing really shocks me anymore, but this sure did....it's honestly very sad.
2006-09-26 15:51:38 · 20 answers · asked by LibraT 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
Why is that child still in 7th grade? Is he acting out? Is he being hostile and not wanting to learn? Are his parents not interested in his education?
A lot of factors play into this.
If he's being a total jerk and not listening to adults, then parents need to send him off to a boot camp. I only suggest this 'cause it sounds like his parents lost control of him.
If he is disabled, then he needs some form of special education to get him where he needs to be.
2006-09-26 17:20:44 · answer #1 · answered by pidpit 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We have a National Merit Scholar and five other children, we have six smart kids all together, One that wants to own me, Two that want to stone me and one 'cause she's a friend of mine...
but I digress... Everyone of these kids is perfect in some way or another, The youngest girl (the smart one) is a good student and will end up a teacher, the oldest daughter (the distant one) is very sweet and good to her husband and firmly believes in God, the second oldest daughter (the nice one) is thoughtful and sweet and wants to be just like her grand father, and will be, the oldest boy (the seeker) is kind hearted and will find himself helping others, the middle boy (the risk taker) has a strong will and will also be a teacher, when he gets past his ego and the youngest boy (the cuddly one) is going to be a healer, maybe not a doctor but he will be just as important to the world. In short it's not the level of the character but the level of character that will show. This kid will find a niche and fill it, with the help of those around him. Tell your Mom to help find the niche. It's not sad it may be just what is needed.
2006-09-26 16:20:57 · answer #2 · answered by Michael S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This child is a candidate to drop out of school. I'd just start saving for bail money. Most criminals were troubled students that were never reached! A child should only be allowed to stumble once. If you fail and fail and fail, the parent and the school administration need to address the child's strategy for success. I've had trouble everytime you put math in front of me. Funny thing is now, I am a cashier and deal with money all day. I always come out even so I must be doing something right. This 15 year old needs to be tested not only for disabilities, but a battery of appitude tests is in order. I am pleased that you care even though it is not your child and not your student. God touches our hearts for many things. Maybe your concern will prompt your mother to step up and be an advocate for this child. I may only be a cashier now, but I used to teach school. I spend all day at work trying to make a difference in people's lives. They come back later and tell me what I have accomplished in their lives. This may be your role for the 15 year old!
2006-09-26 16:10:53 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-24 21:30:46 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just because a child is older does not mean there brain is. This child might have learning disabilities that these public schools ignore.
My youngest is autistic and needs special classes. I had to throw a fit for this to happen. Threatened them with disability rights.
I no a lady who would not let her child be passed by the public school system, her child did not no how to read.
Sounds like the boy needs a tutor.
I edited most of this for I went on a rant about public schools gggrrr
2006-09-26 16:05:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she's incredibly concerned she should talk to the parents about getting the child extra help outside of school. Learning centers like Sylvan are excellent. If that isn't something they'd want, they can try a private tutor. If they can't afford these options, maybe your mom could volunteer to tutor him after school. Be sure to rule out learning disabilities such as dyslexia. Maybe the school could devise a plan for the child to be tutored in order to earn extra credits to move him up to the higher grades.
2006-09-26 15:55:47 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
as a parent I hope I would know what was going on personally with this child so my next step would be to have a serious talk with the superintedant of the school district to find out what help is available and why hasn't it been offered before this point. If no success there then my vote is homeschooling
2006-09-26 16:09:10 · answer #7 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all sue the school district for allowing a child to fall so far behind!!!i know what im talking about my cousin is in almost the same situation!! Help the student achive by hiring some one who knows what they are doing, not to say ur mom doesnt.
2006-09-26 16:50:31 · answer #8 · answered by emanuel m 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i tutor my children. checked their agenda everyday. made sure they did their homeworks. talks to the teacher at least once a month for progress in school. no tv or computer if they get poor grades. etc. they know education is impt. parents have to be involved or at least care enough to ask for help or treatment ( if with disabilities), teachers can encourage and recomend what to do but it's not effective when he is not motivated nor have enough support at home.
2006-09-26 16:16:31 · answer #9 · answered by jay 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i don't know what the teacher can do, but if i was her parents i would tell her that school is important and she deserves the best out of life... i would rule out any learning disabilities, and then work with her every day at home to make sure she was advancing in her studies.. i would also get her a private tutor to work with, in addition to the work with me
2006-09-27 02:19:24 · answer #10 · answered by butwhatdoiknow 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋