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[quote=Anonymous]When teachers get in touch with parents, it is typically because they feel like they are observing something outside of the norm. Prompt;y communicating with parents is really important in the rare instance that there is a learning, medical, or social-emotional problem that is underlying the behavior. A teacher's level of experience and expectations can influence what s/he views as "the norm," though. So, while it's worthwhile to listen to a teacher's concerns, it does not necessarily mean that your child is experiencing a serious problem.

Your school's learning specialist or counselor might be a good resource to involve in this instance. These are people who are better trained to spot out-of-the-ordinary behavior and atypical academic progress. Such a person might be able to check any mistaken assumptions your teacher is making and give you greater detail about what is happening in class. If there is a behavioral pattern that is worth following up on, counselors usually have recommendations about how to accommodate a child's needs in the classroom.

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