Offered in-person for my son - WWYD?

[Anonymous]

Just got a call that there's an in-person spot for my son in Term 4 (DCPS).

He's in Kindergarten.

I'm not sure if we should take it. I have a younger child in preschool (in person) so my hesitancy is not necessarily about coronavirus.

So here's why I'm hesitant.

1) He'd be changing teachers.
2) It's for such a short period of time anyway.
3) He's thriving at home. He loves DL and is totally happy.
4) He has a lot of neighborhood friends he plays for hours with daily in the afternoons so social connection is not a concern.
5) He's ahead academically so no concerns about him needing extra attention in that regard.
6) I feel like there are other students or families who would LOVE a spot, and if we're feeling "meh" about it, we should pass.

Thoughts?

[Anonymous]

OP again and I forgot to add that when we asked him directly he said he'd prefer to stay home. He doesn't ultimately get to decide, but just providing as another data point.

[Anonymous]

For just one quarter, I wouldn't bother. If your son really wanted or needed to go, it would be a different story.

[Anonymous]

If he is thriving then I see no reason to mess that up. Sounds like you've got a system that works for him and I would keep on keeping on with it. Good job!

[Anonymous]

Not for K and for such a short time.

[Anonymous]

Depends on the schedule. If it was a half day everyday or at least 3 full days I would.

[Anonymous]

Yes, I would send him for a quarter.

He may be ahead academically but there's more to kindergarten than just learning to read. It's been at least 18 months since he was in preschool, if he went.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Yes, I would send him for a quarter.

He may be ahead academically but there's more to kindergarten than just learning to read. It's been at least 18 months since he was in preschool, if he went.

+1. I would do it in a second. Don't kid yourself, OP, in believing that everything is just fine, because he can keep up academically.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:If he is thriving then I see no reason to mess that up. Sounds like you've got a system that works for him and I would keep on keeping on with it. Good job!

+1 I have a kid who is not good with transitions, so I wouldn't mess up a good situation for one quarter of in person.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Yes, I would send him for a quarter.

He may be ahead academically but there's more to kindergarten than just learning to read. It's been at least 18 months since he was in preschool, if he went.

OP here and what in particular would you be concerned that he's missing?

[Anonymous]

If he's doing well I'd leave it alone

[Anonymous]

I feel like this sounds like you have a pretty good gut instinct on this one and a lot of good reasons that involve both your family, and consideration for others. I would go with your gut.

[Anonymous]

I think it's great that you're thinking of others, thank you for that. In your situation, it sounds like he's doing great and I wouldn't disrupt your current routine.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Yes, I would send him for a quarter.

He may be ahead academically but there's more to kindergarten than just learning to read. It's been at least 18 months since he was in preschool, if he went.

OP here and what in particular would you be concerned that he's missing?

I bet PP is talking about social interaction, but you addressed that in your post already, he's getting it.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Yes, I would send him for a quarter.

He may be ahead academically but there's more to kindergarten than just learning to read. It's been at least 18 months since he was in preschool, if he went.

OP here and what in particular would you be concerned that he's missing?

I bet PP is talking about social interaction, but you addressed that in your post already, he's getting it.

NP, but one thing to think about is simply classroom norms. That's a huge part of kindergarten. First grade teachers are usually able to assume kids already know them. Of course, they won't be able to next year.

OP I will also add that many families and kids who sent kids back into the building were surprised by how much their families benefited. It's obviously not universal, but I've seen it repeatedly.