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[quote=Anonymous]OP,

Thanks so much for posting.  Your way of framing the problem you are facing is actually quite insightful.  In fact, I have been pondering a similar situation at my DC's school, and did not quite know what to make of it.  Is it me?  Is there something wrong with my child?  In a way, it helps to think that other parents are just pursuing their own social goals.  Easier for me to work around that in a constructive, pragmatic way.

Actually, my DC does not seem to care much; he maintains friendly relations with classmates because he is very outgoing, and also fairly oblivious.  He also has many activities outside of school, and so is exposed to other social groups; also a way to build self esteem.  In a year or so,  social adaptation may be less smooth.  If he were to complain to me, I would definitely engage the school counsellor and/or classroom teacher, as others have suggested.  I have found them very helpful and perceptive in dealing with other issues.  I am sure they've dealt with this sort of situation before.  If you do decide to share with another parent at the school, just be sure it's someone you can really trust.

Anyway OP, you are not nuts, and you are not alone.  You are not the only one dealing with such a challenge; I will be thinking of you, because you really helped me.

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