Do you think it is strange if your Second Grade teacher wants to do a Home Visit? We are very uncomfortable with the idea. The same teacher won't allow the children to do a Halloween party - or any parties.
2007-10-19 08:25:06 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Grade-Schooler
I agree with everyone who said you need to ask the Principal/Administration about these issues. I wouldn't be comfortable with a home visit either. The schools are already taking enough authority out of the hands of the parents, there needs to be a boundary that they don't come into our homes. Frankly this woman sounds like a busybody.
2007-10-20 18:21:55 · answer #1 · answered by missbeans 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
These are really two different questions. Home visits can be an excellent way for a teacher to get to know the children and understand them. If this is the policy of the entire school I see nothing wrong with it as long as parents have the right to refuse. However, the administration needs to decide on policy, not the teacher.
Do other classes get parties? What is the school policy? If the other classes have them this class should be allowed to have them too. If the teacher has religious objections let her use a personal day and have a sub come in. You need to speak with her and, if necessary, the Principal.
2007-10-19 11:11:18 · answer #2 · answered by EC Expert 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I don't think it is strange. Until children reach the age of 8 or 9, their minds are still very open to suggestions. Our family systems have a great deal to do with how we learn. I think that a teacher who would like to gain more information on how his or her students learn, shows a great deal of "taking interest" in your child. Are they doing this for every child? If the class size is rather large, it will help the teacher immensely be able to identify area where your child might need special/additional attention.
Ask the teacher what the home visit entails. In any event, if you aren't comfortable with it, you don't have to participate.
The Halloween issue, you may with to speak with the principal, see if any other parents have voiced opinions, or actually, talk to the teacher during the home visit.
2007-10-19 08:43:18 · answer #3 · answered by andrewhelmann 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
We do home visits all the time. At first I was uncomfortable, but now I love them. I get to see the child's room, the family, etc. It's fun. I hate for the parents to go out of their way though...and some do. So I tell them not to and it works fine.
Parties at school may not be the teacher- it may be the school. We are only allowed 2 per year- and that's it.
2007-10-20 02:13:36 · answer #4 · answered by NY_Attitude 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would be flattered if my daughter's teacher asked to come into my home for a visit. I don't think there is anything wrong with it. Of course, I suppose you have a right to decline if you're uncomfortable with it.
As far as class parties; it doesn't surprise me. More and more these days teachers/schools have to be careful about being "politically correct". I'm sure a Halloween party would offend someone! At my daughter's school the kids can't sing traditional Christmas songs at the winter concert. It's sad .
2007-10-19 08:59:07 · answer #5 · answered by Cam 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
It is a common practice often "put on the side", so we don't experience much of it.
There is a problem if the teacher visits alone and "for school business", so never leave the child alone with her/him. This is serious when the Principal doesn't know anything about it.
The teacher should make the visits with a member of the school's supervisors: Principal, Vice-Principal, Counselor or someone else "assigned by the Principal or Vice-Principal".
This is the law and for more information about it, you should contact the School District and ask about it. Be involved and know about yours and your children's rights.
-(Be very careful about this. Contact the Principal. Be involved and don't let people walk all over you and your family because using their position to intimidate. You and your child have more rights than that teacher has, so take advantage of it. -I wish you my very best.)-
2007-10-19 09:15:27 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Honestly, parties are not necessary. They get the kids all hyper for the day before, the entire day, and the day after. That's 3 lost days of instruction. Plus, if there are food allergies, that's a worry for some parents.
Is she visiting every home? If so, then I'd welcome it. She is trying to meet her kids and get to know what they are into. This helps her plan lessons. Kids are the most comfortable in their home environment and it's great that your child's teacher is that dedicated to her job and her students. It shows your child that she's interested in him and is the opportunity for an extra parent teacher conference of sorts.
2007-10-19 09:55:06 · answer #7 · answered by Sit'nTeach'nNanny 7 · 3⤊ 2⤋
You are certainly not required to do a home visit with this teacher. If it's a public school, then your child's class should be doing the same parties that all of the other classes get to do. If it were me, I would talk to the principal and see what he or she has to say about it. I would also politely decline the teacher's visit to my home.
2007-10-19 08:28:58 · answer #8 · answered by xxxxxxxx 6 · 4⤊ 3⤋
That sounds too bizarre, I would talk to the principle about that........ as for the parties, you might check the school policies and find out if it's just this teacher or the whole school, if it's the policy of the school , it's probably due to the government stepping in and making rules to schools about healthy children.
2007-10-19 11:08:47 · answer #9 · answered by bizzymom38 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Nothing is wrong with home visits, they help your child to feel more comfortable around the teacher. If you invite someone into your home you are showing your child you are comfortable and they react like their parents do. Also, this will give you a chance to talk to her about the things you want to on your own turf.
2007-10-19 08:29:24 · answer #10 · answered by kelly 2 · 2⤊ 2⤋