H.Greenspan said:
Engaging directly with the teacher might resolve this faster than posting online.
Getting a third-party perspective can help you gauge if you’re overreacting.
This forum is for sharing experiences, not for solving specific issues like this.
H.Greenspan said:
Engaging directly with the teacher might resolve this faster than posting online.
Work has been overwhelming, and the teacher prefers parents to discuss issues in person, which is hard for me right now.
H.Greenspan said:
@Dr.Smitha
Maybe consider a more assertive approach, like involving the principal if necessary.
I’ll keep that as a last resort. Thanks for the suggestion!
The teacher might have specific expectations about the format or content of the sentences that weren’t met.
Unber said:
The teacher might have specific expectations about the format or content of the sentences that weren’t met.
Both my wife and I reviewed the assignment and found it met the basic criteria. We’re puzzled by the teacher’s response.
@Dr.Smitha
It might be something specific to the teacher’s standards. Discussing it directly could provide clarity.
Unber said:
@Dr.Smitha
It might be something specific to the teacher’s standards. Discussing it directly could provide clarity.
I’ll try to get a clearer understanding from the teacher. Thanks for your advice!
Meeting with the teacher could shed some light on the issue.
Considering you’re paying for a private education, you should expect detailed and attentive communication from the teachers.
It’s valuable to teach your son how to navigate unclear instructions and advocate for himself. This skill will serve him well beyond school.
Teddy said:
It’s valuable to teach your son how to navigate unclear instructions and advocate for himself. This skill will serve him well beyond school.
Agree completely. Understanding teacher expectations and adapting to them can be a critical learning experience.
It’s unclear why your son couldn’t complete the assignment on time. Could you clarify?
Amelia said:
It’s unclear why your son couldn’t complete the assignment on time. Could you clarify?
He was unsure of what needed to be corrected, which prevented him from completing the revisions.
As a fellow teacher, I don’t support her approach if she didn’t provide clear feedback. It’s worth discussing this with her directly.
Chester said:
As a fellow teacher, I don’t support her approach if she didn’t provide clear feedback. It’s worth discussing this with her directly.
That’s what I’m planning to do. Thanks for your input!
In my children’s public school district, assignments and grading criteria are standardized to avoid this kind of confusion and subjectivity.