Lafayette PK aides

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Is that a solution though?

Only time will tell. She might have just been burnt out herding cats - maybe when she gets to work one on one with kids, it will improve.

This makes me sick to my stomach.

Putting an abusive staff member in a position with the most vulnerable children, and where she's most likely to be alone with them, seems like a really bad idea.

The difference will be that I think she will always be in the presence of other teachers. Her nasty side only ever surfaced when she was alone with the class and couldn't control them. But on the whole, I agree.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Lafayette Pre-K parent here. Yes, it's true that one has been reassigned. I wish she were fired and not just shifted to an older grade, but apparently she has tenure. I still think verbal abuse should be a fireable offense. At least one other aide who is a yeller is still in place and I hope more changes are made. I've complained to the principal about the yelling I've seen. I hope other parents do the same so that something will change. I have hope it will with the new principal.

This is such good news! For those of us who tried in the past and were met with ambivalence and disregard this is very promising. Many of us who went through PreK couldn't do anything except accept the situation or pull our kids out. Lafayette is a great school but has a lot of dirty laundry that some don't want aired publicly. Regardless, it sounds like the new principal is addressing some of these long term issues. Hopefully the tide will change and those of us who were frustrated, disappointed and perplexed won't feel like the only place to bring up these issues is on DCUM.

Another PK parent here. She didn't go to an older grade but will be assigned to special ed students -- not sure if that is better or worse. But anyhow, the great thing about it was how the new admin dealt with it. The new principal really listened and found a solution, very quickly. I hope other parents will contact her if they are worried about their own kid's aide.

Yikes! Your idea of something being handled well by the new admin is scary. I can assure you that special ed parents are dealing with enough and now they get stuck with the crappy aide? Let me guess, you don't have a SN kid.

[Anonymous]

It's possible that what PP says, about 1-on-1 being ideal for this aide, is the best fit. Perhaps this aide, who has her own history, and her own personality, just needs to be given the opportunity to not be pandering to a set of kids she perceives as indignant or spoiled. This could be the best solution for all involved, and if, as you say, the Principal is listening and looking for a solution, she'll be watching closely. How about everyone just chill, and if you have continued concerns, take them to her directly.

I know - crazy idea vs. bitching on an anonymous board, one is much more satisfying, but the woman that started this thread clearly has a chip - her intentions were not good and we can just shut it down and talk to the Principal directly now shall we?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is that a solution though?

Only time will tell. She might have just been burnt out herding cats - maybe when she gets to work one on one with kids, it will improve.

This makes me sick to my stomach.

Putting an abusive staff member in a position with the most vulnerable children, and where she's most likely to be alone with them, seems like a really bad idea.

The difference will be that I think she will always be in the presence of other teachers. Her nasty side only ever surfaced when she was alone with the class and couldn't control them. But on the whole, I agree.

In my experience, special education aides are alone with students more often, and are under more pressure to get kids to "behave".

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is that a solution though?

Only time will tell. She might have just been burnt out herding cats - maybe when she gets to work one on one with kids, it will improve.

This makes me sick to my stomach.

Putting an abusive staff member in a position with the most vulnerable children, and where she's most likely to be alone with them, seems like a really bad idea.

The difference will be that I think she will always be in the presence of other teachers. Her nasty side only ever surfaced when she was alone with the class and couldn't control them. But on the whole, I agree.

In my experience, special education aides are alone with students more often, and are under more pressure to get kids to "behave". [/quo

Please talk to the Principal about your concerns, thanks.

[Anonymous]

If you witness corporal punishment, you are legally required to report it to Child Protective Service at 202-671-SAFE. You should not expect another adult to do that for you. The agency will do all of the investigation, and your report remains anonymous.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:If you witness corporal punishment, you are legally required to report it to Child Protective Service at 202-671-SAFE. You should not expect another adult to do that for you. The agency will do all of the investigation, and your report remains anonymous.

While I would certainly encourage anyone who witnesses physical abuse to report it, most people are not mandated reporters. Teachers, doctors, social workers, and maybe some other professionals are mandated reporters and are legally required to report it. Everyone else is not.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:It's possible that what PP says, about 1-on-1 being ideal for this aide, is the best fit. Perhaps this aide, who has her own history, and her own personality, just needs to be given the opportunity to not be pandering to a set of kids she perceives as indignant or spoiled. This could be the best solution for all involved, and if, as you say, the Principal is listening and looking for a solution, she'll be watching closely. How about everyone just chill, and if you have continued concerns, take them to her directly.

I know - crazy idea vs. bitching on an anonymous board, one is much more satisfying, but the woman that started this thread clearly has a chip - her intentions were not good and we can just shut it down and talk to the Principal directly now shall we?

This principal is clearly posting here and on the other thread. She has used the same language, such as spoiled, indignant and entitled to describe teachers, parents and children at Lafayette. (Hello DCPS?). She's extremely controlling. It's interesting that she thinks she can actually shut down threads on an anonymous message board. Just add it to the file and pray her contract isn't renewed.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:It's possible that what PP says, about 1-on-1 being ideal for this aide, is the best fit. Perhaps this aide, who has her own history, and her own personality, just needs to be given the opportunity to not be pandering to a set of kids she perceives as indignant or spoiled. This could be the best solution for all involved, and if, as you say, the Principal is listening and looking for a solution, she'll be watching closely. How about everyone just chill, and if you have continued concerns, take them to her directly.

I know - crazy idea vs. bitching on an anonymous board, one is much more satisfying, but the woman that started this thread clearly has a chip - her intentions were not good and we can just shut it down and talk to the Principal directly now shall we?

This principal is clearly posting here and on the other thread. She has used the same language, such as spoiled, indignant and entitled to describe teachers, parents and children at Lafayette. (Hello DCPS?). She's extremely controlling. It's interesting that she thinks she can actually shut down threads on an anonymous message board. Just add it to the file and pray her contract isn't renewed.

What other thread? I don't see another thread about Lafayette.

What makes you think this was posted by the principal?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:It's possible that what PP says, about 1-on-1 being ideal for this aide, is the best fit. Perhaps this aide, who has her own history, and her own personality, just needs to be given the opportunity to not be pandering to a set of kids she perceives as indignant or spoiled. This could be the best solution for all involved, and if, as you say, the Principal is listening and looking for a solution, she'll be watching closely. How about everyone just chill, and if you have continued concerns, take them to her directly.

I know - crazy idea vs. bitching on an anonymous board, one is much more satisfying, but the woman that started this thread clearly has a chip - her intentions were not good and we can just shut it down and talk to the Principal directly now shall we?

This principal is clearly posting here and on the other thread. She has used the same language, such as spoiled, indignant and entitled to describe teachers, parents and children at Lafayette. (Hello DCPS?). She's extremely controlling. It's interesting that she thinks she can actually shut down threads on an anonymous message board. Just add it to the file and pray her contract isn't renewed.

What other thread? I don't see another thread about Lafayette.

What makes you think this was posted by the principal?

The poster uses similar tactics and language in both threads. Sounds like the same poster:

http://www.dcurbanmom.com/jforum/posts/list/15/447775.page

Sad.

[Anonymous]

Hey PP - I'm the person you're responding to, and I'm not the Principal - and you're still an ass.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Hey PP - I'm the person you're responding to, and I'm not the Principal - and you're still an ass.

I am not the person on the other thread. However, you certainly have a way with words. Charming.

"Well, tell you what PP- if you have no problem with it - stop being a chicken shit, put on your big girl panties and go have a conversation with her about it. So f-ing big of you to bitch on an anonymous board, and then start a thread about the PK4 aides you don't like. I have no problem with telling you you're an ass."

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hey PP - I'm the person you're responding to, and I'm not the Principal - and you're still an ass.

I am not the person on the other thread. However, you certainly have a way with words. Charming.

"Well, tell you what PP- if you have no problem with it - stop being a chicken shit, put on your big girl panties and go have a conversation with her about it. So f-ing big of you to bitch on an anonymous board, and then start a thread about the PK4 aides you don't like. I have no problem with telling you you're an ass."

I do don't I? Feel good about that one 24 hours later...

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:It's possible that what PP says, about 1-on-1 being ideal for this aide, is the best fit. Perhaps this aide, who has her own history, and her own personality, just needs to be given the opportunity to not be pandering to a set of kids she perceives as indignant or spoiled. This could be the best solution for all involved, and if, as you say, the Principal is listening and looking for a solution, she'll be watching closely. How about everyone just chill, and if you have continued concerns, take them to her directly.

I know - crazy idea vs. bitching on an anonymous board, one is much more satisfying, but the woman that started this thread clearly has a chip - her intentions were not good and we can just shut it down and talk to the Principal directly now shall we?

This principal is clearly posting here and on the other thread. She has used the same language, such as spoiled, indignant and entitled to describe teachers, parents and children at Lafayette. (Hello DCPS?). She's extremely controlling. It's interesting that she thinks she can actually shut down threads on an anonymous message board. Just add it to the file and pray her contract isn't renewed.

I like and support the principal and just voiced my support on the other thread. I don't have any sense that she would stoop to posting in defense of herself on this board. Her personality is strong and she is confident. And unlike her predecessor, has a valid argument for the decisions she makes. Spoiled, indignant and entitled probably isn't that far from the truth. And here's hoping the inner circle of influence that seems to have existed before at Lafayette is imploding.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:It's possible that what PP says, about 1-on-1 being ideal for this aide, is the best fit. Perhaps this aide, who has her own history, and her own personality, just needs to be given the opportunity to not be pandering to a set of kids she perceives as indignant or spoiled. This could be the best solution for all involved, and if, as you say, the Principal is listening and looking for a solution, she'll be watching closely. How about everyone just chill, and if you have continued concerns, take them to her directly.

I know - crazy idea vs. bitching on an anonymous board, one is much more satisfying, but the woman that started this thread clearly has a chip - her intentions were not good and we can just shut it down and talk to the Principal directly now shall we?

This principal is clearly posting here and on the other thread. She has used the same language, such as spoiled, indignant and entitled to describe teachers, parents and children at Lafayette. (Hello DCPS?). She's extremely controlling. It's interesting that she thinks she can actually shut down threads on an anonymous message board. Just add it to the file and pray her contract isn't renewed.

NP here, and not a parent at the school, but what makes you think it's the principal? It's an anonymous board; there is no way to know. Why is it "clearly" her if the poster uses that language?