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[quote=Anonymous]My 5th grade DD was the same way in 1st-4th. Unrelated to her morning emotions, we sent her to a different school for 5th grade. We’re not in the DMV but it’s a progressive single sex school. There’s minimal time wasted in transitions and pretty much no time spent on interruptions and discipline. We were surprised that they added more classes to her schedule compared to her intense traditional private that she used to go to. The lack of wasted time adds hours back into the week. She can get up and use the bathroom without a huge back and forth, and has free time to meet with teachers for extra help or read or play.

Something about the change in atmosphere completely changed the amount of autonomy she feels she has at school and the control she has over her day. She’s learning at a faster place, more relaxed after pickup, and calmer in general. She’s probably getting less sleep but wakes up more easily.

I know a total switch in environment isn’t easy but I remember even now the trapped feeling of a long tedious school day, so it’s not surprising kids would push back when they anticipate it. [/quote]

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