Anonymous wrote:Having a preschool graduation with caps and gowns is ridiculous! A graduation should celebrate an academic achievement. An end of year picnic, sing along, pool party etc would be so much more meaningful for the children.

+1 I agree.

BUT if they are putting so much thought into it, how about black sweats and a t shirt?

Having a preschool graduation with caps and gowns is ridiculous! A graduation should celebrate an academic achievement. An end of year picnic, sing along, pool party etc would be so much more meaningful for the children.

Why does the daycare want them to dress like waiters?

Sorry, I misread. You just don’t want to dress your child to match the cohort? It’s one day. If money for dress clothes is an issue, buy black slacks and a white t-shirt from Walmart or Target for about $10-$20 and call it a day.

I can’t imagine the look on my preschoolers face if she looked for me and was the only one there without a parent. Seriously. Why don’t you want to go?

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Anonymous wrote:Because that’s what they want? Why wouldn’t you?

Maybe because it means purchasing clothing that will never be worn again?

So what? It’s a special occasion. But / sell on eBay or consignment if a big financial issue (doubt this is breaking the bank if OP’s kid is at a daycare like this).

Anonymous wrote:Your daycare provider has obviously put a lot of thought into this. Look at what she is doing to honor the kids that are leaving. I think this is pretty awesome. Dress your child as per the request!

I totally agree. Parents like OP are the worst. This sounds so sweet.

OP I would have definitely ignored it because my child didn't own any dress pants or shirts at that age. I would have found some black athletic or fleece pants and a white t shirt. Maybe long sleeves.

Anonymous wrote:Because that’s what they want? Why wouldn’t you?

Maybe because it means purchasing clothing that will never be worn again?

Ugh, those kids will be SO hot!

Wow, that's not a big ask at all. Why can't you handle it?

Your daycare provider has obviously put a lot of thought into this. Look at what she is doing to honor the kids that are leaving. I think this is pretty awesome. Dress your child as per the request!

That the kids enjoy it? Go along with the spirit of it so your kid doesn't feel left out.

Because that’s what they want? Why wouldn’t you?

Our daycare hosts an outdoor graduation (complete with caps & gowns) for the kids heading to K this fall.

They request that the kdis wear black dress pants and a white dress shirt.

Aside from the fact that they'll be covered by the gowns anyway, is there any genuine reason to go along with this?