2006-10-10 07:38:06 · 17 answers · asked by OONA G 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
Discipline utimately begins at home, schools have disciplinary actions also, however, you should go 'in person' to discuss the matter. If the disciplinary action was taken without informing the parent, I'd be discussing that too.
After the reason is determined, then you may decide if the punishment fits the crime. It may be light. It may be too strong. Be honest with yourself and request what will guide your child into respecting/honoring authority in the future. Remember, we all have bosses/authority, that never goes away. Good luck.
2006-10-10 07:49:13 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a retired teacher, please let me answer from that side. Teachers are not allowed to give corporal punishment . That only leaves certain ways to discipline them. One is keeping them in from recess & lunch. Students are never stopped from eating lunch in a clean area but they may have to eat in the classroom. As he can't be put in the corner (he'd be missing instruction time) what other form of punishment would you choose? & how would you enforce it.
I have brought many children in & made them sit indoors for recess over the years. Especially if they were fighting, spitting, trying to hurt themselves or others in any way. If they mis-behave in the classroom, I have taken them to another teacher's classroom along with their work. I've had other teachers bring them to me also. Sometimes it's a good idea to separate both the student & the teacher. We are human beings & we do get angry from time to time.....so.....separation. I tried the extra homework route & it didn't work very well. Most parents don't check to see if their kids have done their regular homework let alone any extra. I've had parents tell me to handle it at school since that's where he mis-behaved. I agree with that. We can not make different rules for each student so we have to use the ones that work for most. Thank you for allowing me to state the teacher's side of this. By all means, contact the teacher & ask what the problem is/was. Not enough parents are interested enough to do this. Teachers are more than glad to hear from parents if you approach them calmly. They're more than willing to find out what works with your child. It's a mutual information/insight kinda thing.
2006-10-10 15:15:21 · answer #2 · answered by mazell41 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is permitted so ask the teacher why it's happening.Another thing to consider: If a teacher has a child in his/her room during his/her breaks, trust me, the teacher is just going to get more upset and develop more animosity towards your child.
Everyone needs a break, including the teacher. Find out what's going on and ask if there are alternate methods of discipline because everyone needs a break. Can you imagine not getting a break and still being expected to perform well at everything?
2006-10-10 16:28:06 · answer #3 · answered by Jennifer A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Perhaps you ought to be more concerned at what merited this punishment for your child. Believe me schools take no pleasure in stopping children from having their breaks and will only do so in extreme cases. Either your child has seriously misbehaved in school or their behaviour has impacted upon the welfare of another child. You need to look into this further as there obviously a major problem.
2006-10-10 16:13:06 · answer #4 · answered by Safety First 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is allowed...
especially if your child is misbehaving or not doing his work and needs to have his privilages taken away.
It's not a pleasure for the teacher to keep your child in because they are losing out on their own prep time and lunch. Maybe you should have a talk with your child about correct school behavior.
2006-10-10 16:05:11 · answer #5 · answered by Chrysty C 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, in all of the schools around here it's allowed. Usually it's because the child is behind in work, or not behaving during class. You need to discuss this with your child, and figure out what the problem is. If he/she needs help with work, then contact the teacher to see if there is anyone who can help your child during class, so he/she won't have to miss recess. If it's behavioral problems, then you need to take care of that at home. You definitely need to be more involved.
2006-10-10 14:50:27 · answer #6 · answered by Dawn 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Why! If it is because the little one has done something wrong then it is taking them away from the situation just as you would do at home. If it is because your child is being bullied then it is for protection but you should be told and the other child/children should also be brought in. Is it because it was cold, wet or maybe your little one does not like being in the rough and tumble of playground life. Has nobody explained to you why?
2006-10-10 14:55:04 · answer #7 · answered by Pollyanna 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
On what grounds is he being kept in? Is it just him or the whole class?
If he is being singled out and punished for some reason and you don't agree with it you need to discuss it with his teachers. If you don't get anywhere then go to the head of year or the head of school. Most schools have their own policy on handling discipline so maybe you should ask to see a copy of it.
2006-10-10 14:44:56 · answer #8 · answered by Dr Fill 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your child is the only one being kept from the breaks, then most likely he is the problem. Stop fighting the wrong people and talk to your child.
You will be doing him a favor if you deal with him rather than the school.
2006-10-10 17:00:53 · answer #9 · answered by Curious 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's your child...go see about it. If it was my child I would want to know why and that they at least ate their lunch and was able to use the bathroom. I had this when some teachers wanted to keep in my kids after school and I told them no way. If they wanted to punish them give them lines or extra homework but I wasnt going to worry about why my child wasnt home on time.
2006-10-10 14:43:10 · answer #10 · answered by dragonrider707 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋