Let's pretend that we are parents, and it's the opening of the school year. I am the teacher asking you to list at least 2 items that will help your child in my classroom. It can be anything from the environment to the type of tests that your child does best with. I look forward to reading your blog about your child!
Ms. Sexton
First, I think this is an absolutely wonderful idea to help get to know your students a little better. It means a lot to us that you are taking the time to ask my husband and I about our daughter and her needs right from the start. She does not seem to get flustered with various types of tests that I know of but she does tend to perform better on assessments that provide a word bank for her to choose from or multiple choice type of questions. I think the fact that the answers are in her view, helps to make it easier for her. Our daughter is quite the "social butterfly," which can sometimes be a blessing and a curse all at the same time. Her eagerness to talk and assist all of her friends can sometimes cause her to lose focus. She loves participating in group projects and class discussions but as far as seat work goes, it may be helpful to place her towards the front of the classroom where she can stay on task. I hope that helps and if you have any other questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me anytime.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your quick response! I am excited to get to know your daughter, and your "social butterfly" will do great in my class because we do a lot of group work. I will vary the test format to accommodate all of the students to the best of my ability. Look forward to a great year!
DeleteMy son can be shy at first, but once he gets to know you and his classmates, he'll come out of his shell. He is an introvert and prefers to watch first before plunging into new tasks. He's a good helper and will strive to do his best to help out in the classroom. It's best not to put him on the spot in front of his peers unless you feel that he is confident in the task you want him to perform. We look forward to a great year, and thank you for taking the time to ask us about our son. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad to know that I will have a helper this year! Thank you for letting me know that he doesn't like to be put on the spot, and I will do my absolute best to not do that to your son. Looking forward to a great new year!
DeleteMy daughter is also a "social butterfly". She is a leader, as we have found out. She likes to help other students if it seems that they do not understand a concept, but only if she really understands it herself. In fact, that is always a good indication that she missed something. I say this because she will act like she does understand so that she won't have to inconvenience you in asking. She is very empathetic. Thank you so much for asking!
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