School daze
First grade has been an uphill battle. It turns out that many people knew this teacher was less than stellar. Several of them left the program, quietly, but they did talk to those who pushed them for answers
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I remember my 1st grade teacher, Ms. Carniero. She was so happy and encouraging and beautiful. She encouraged my reading skills to the point where she placed me in another class so that I could be more challenged. When I was done with quiet work in class, I was allowed to go around and help my classmates, not by telling them the answer but by coaching. I wanted to be just like her, patient and trusting and loving. Reading your posts about Ben makes me want to cry. The way you, Stephen and Ben are handling it is so mature and brave and I hope that it turns out for the best.
Mealtime is so important and you raise a good point - the class should go to lunch on time, everyday, despite anyone acting out of line. Those who are acting up, should get their recess shortened, no one else. Some kids are fast eaters and some kids are slow eaters, but they should all have ample time to learn how to eat within the time boundaries that are set. I know if I skip a meal or snack, I get really cranky and it's not fair to make the whole class suffer.
I am thinking good thoughts for you guys and I hope this gets better soon.
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