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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here, thank you for the responses. Seems like most feel it could be a trust issue or one that is bigger than the teacher.
In my case I had written a note about a supply the child needed at school. The parent took the note directly to my principal stating that it had a negative tone. I have since shared my original note with a few colleagues/friends none of whom found it to be negative. The parent never communicates with me beyond the minimum (first day, special meetings, etc.). Full disclosure: the DC is very young, has challenging needs, but adores me. While these situations are par for the course when teaching, it can be disheartening when you work so hard. [/quote]

It sounds to me like the mother has an issue about authority. She likes to think SHE is the authority and takes offense at being told to do something or supply something, and considers it your taking authority over her.

I know this because I have a tendency to feel the same way, but I'm mature enough now to have overcome that and just get on with what needs getting on with.[/quote]

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