My son doesn't want my 11 year old granddaughter to go to the middle school dance. Her class was invited to her middle schools' dance along with another group of visiting kids from another school. He thinks 11 is too young. My thought is that they are just introducing the kids who are going to be attending middle school next year and that there probably will be groups of kids who get together in small groups and talk and eat the goodies. What's the big deal?
2007-03-16 11:25:43 · 16 answers · asked by libra 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
Let her go. It is a great time for her to meet other students and make some connections before entering middle school. Also, most of the time they don't dance and when they do, they are all together in one big group jumping up and down. This will also be a way for her dad to talk to her about his expectations for her and begin to develop a trust between them. He will be showing her he trusts her to make good choices.
2007-03-16 11:43:58 · answer #1 · answered by mel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
last year, the 5 grade dance at the middle school in our town was a disaster (thats what i heard). the girls (and boys) got in a fight over their dates and stuff. it turned into chaos and people were crying, etc. that age is too young. theyre not mature enough to deal with the choosing and stuff like that. it depends on if its the dance where you have to ask someone to go with you, i wouldnt do that. but if its just friends and stuff just messing around and dancing not with boys, i think that will be ok. just ask people whove been to that dance before like in an older grade and see what its like. different schools do it differently, but i know the way its in our school, shes too young. look at what the dance is like and make your decision. also, is your son usually overprotective? if so, that might not be good for her to go to the dance against her dads will. kids who are usually overprotective and then they get out (free), go the whole 9 yards. she will do stuff her dad wouldnt normally let her do, because her dad finally gave her a chance. look at that stuff, and make your decision. good luck!!!!!!!!!!!
2007-03-16 16:22:14 · answer #2 · answered by TwilightBella 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Middle school dances aren't even dances. It's just a bunch of kids talking to their friends in the gym while loud music plays. She'll be fine.
2007-03-16 11:30:00 · answer #3 · answered by Amigurl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a good way for her to branch out and talk with her friends. It's alright, no one really dances, especially at 11. And if she doesn't like it, she doesn't have to go the next time around. He should give her a little trust. She'll appreciate it.
2007-03-16 11:33:57 · answer #4 · answered by frodosgirl15 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
During our dances our teacher uses a ruler. If we are to close then we get hit with it....jk. But kids that age usually just stand around talk and laugh at the people actually dancing.
2007-03-16 11:38:27 · answer #5 · answered by Miya R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-18 21:02:42 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I went to my first dance at age 12 (7th grade). It really depends on the maturity of the girl and what kind of people she will be hanging out with.
2007-03-16 11:30:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
oh my gosh its just a school dance.i hardly ever go to my middle school dances, but when i go their are teachers everywhere and its like recess but with loud music playing in the background.I think hes blowing it way out of proportion. tell him not to worry and let her have fun with her friends. Shell really be greatful.
2007-03-16 11:40:45 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think he should let her go. Perhaps if he met one of the adults who will be overseeing the event he would feel more comfortable about it. He can let go, but with conditions, such as how and when she arrives home etc.
2007-03-16 11:37:06 · answer #9 · answered by siddoly 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't even need to read the details and I would say yes.
Dances are a VERY important part of social development.
2007-03-16 11:34:09 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋