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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Ok so my kid is in a mediocre rated school (4-5) which is also title 1. I mention this to say that u fortunately many parents don't care/are not involved in their kids education, but there is a smallish group of parents who do and potentially could be drivers of change.
So far I saw no big issues (granted,it was only K). However, his teacher was young and she started going through some personal issues mid year and started slacking a lot- kids were shown tons of Disney movies (as opposed to educational videos on the as needed basis), allowed non educational games on classroom tablets for their "free choice time" and such. She also brought tons of sweets in class for no apparent reason (no occasion). 
Now that I am aware that this may even be an issue in public school, how do I delicately broach the subject with my son's 1st grade teacher? I do not want to offend her and do not want to look like "that mom", but would like to let her know that I am strongly in favor of capping screen time and sweets in classroom. So far I was thinking of asking about her stance on these issues and then go from there.
I am also willing to volunteer in class - this is to say that I don't intend to be a PITA but am willing to work with the teacher to ensure my kid gets the best education possible.
[b]So, how do I convey the message that I will be watching closely without appearing a PITA? [/b]
Thanks.[/quote]

:shock:  :lol:

Do you also keep attendance records on the teacher?

OP you absolutely are "that mom."  You do not convey anything to the teacher.  She will see you coming a mile away.[/quote]

I am not the OP of that thread if that is what you are asking :) but in fact I kind of do! If a teacher is absent more than once a month I am absolutely annoyed :) Doesn't mean I will show it but still.

[b]the thing is, teachers in our school are tempted to slack since so many parents do not really care. I just want to get the caring vibe across  - as I said - without appearing "that mom".[/quote][/b]

You ARE that mom.  Who are you to conclude that "teachers in our school ARE TEMPTED TO SLACK"?  You are not a teacher.  You are not privy to the issues, workings, and administrative direction of the school.  You clearly have very little respect for teachers, and you are going to do your child a huge disservice during his academic future with your insulting treatment of teachers, and your misguided meddling at the school.  I know parents like you:  you are the one who badmouths the teacher to other parents AND other teachers.  Trust me, those other parents and teachers will discreetly distance themselves from you, and they will lose respect for you.  Your poor kid![/quote]

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