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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I say this in the gentlest way possible:

It is possible that your DD’s friends’ parents have asked that they not be in the same class. At least three times during my teaching career, parents requested that I keep their daughter out of groups with a friend going through a rough time. It seems cruel, but was to protect the mental health of a daughter overwhelmed by the other girl’s emotional needs. I was sworn to keep that confident and it meant that I had to appear the bad guy in the eyes of the student who wanted to be with her friend. I imagine principals and guidance counselors face this much, much more.[/quote]

That could be the situation.  But, if its not... OP, as a teacher who has seen this happen, go ahead and be a PITA.  Keep going to the principal and go above him if you're not getting results.  I've seen parents get some ridiculous accommodations (not in the IEP sense, though) just because they didn't let it go.  If you think it's that vital that your DD be in the other class, don't be afraid to be "that parent."  I've seen parents get their child moved out of a class because there were "too many Hispanic kids."  I've seen a parent get her upper elementary twins into the same class because it was easier for her.  I've seen parents demand that their child not have a particular teacher, and get what they wanted.  It can happen.  It does depend on the principal but if you're willing to die on this hill, it can be done.[/quote]

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I guess, that is what i have to do, as being a responsible parent who volunteers countless hours in the school, as i know our teachers need as much help as we can give, isn't the only thing parents should do. If we have unscrupulous officials, we should also know how to handle them.   I truly appreciate all your support, and thoughts.  I will keep you posted on the proceedings.[/quote]

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