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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I’m still waiting to get the schedule and class assignment for my rising first grader but am extremely worried DL will be subpar. If I can’t go the pod/tutor route what options do I really have, especially if we end up doing DL for the entire year?  [/quote]

Think about what specific complaints you have, then talk to the principal. In the spring I fielded many complaints from parents when I was doing more than anyone else in the school. I was going against DCPS policy doing live lessons. The principal can explain what we are and aren’t allowed to do. If a teacher isn’t doing what’s expected that’s the person who can take action. But you should be specific. “Live lessons don’t work for my kid” won’t get you far. [b]“The teacher lectures too long without giving kids time to respond/practice so my kid zones out” is more helpful. [/b][/quote]

But even this is so subjective and doesn't mean the teacher is doing a bad job.  The fact that something in particular doesn't work for one child or a small subset doesn't mean it's a subpar teaching effort.  OP, first step if something isn't working is to talk with the teacher.  If it's a significant problem, talk to the principal. Plan to supplement.  Worst case, pull your child and homeschool.

Our child is older.  We are having her participate fully but also anticipate supplementing.[/quote]

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