Anonymous wrote:Just wanted to add, I think 1 DAY would be perfect. We don't need to remember what to bring when and I don't have to deal with a sad child if I forgot to send in a flower.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I have to agree that I am a little put off by the specific directions given to what should be brought in each day for the teachers (gift card one day, specific book one day, specific item for the classroom only found at a store not near us one day, etc.) I don't have time to run around and gather all of these items this week.

There are logical times throughout the year that I "recognize" my DCs teacher - her birthday (made cupcakes); holidays (gift card); helped my DC with something very specific (sent a nice email to the principal); end of year (was planning something but won't do it now since I'm being told to bring in something every day next week!).

Also, this is not a convenient time for me and probably a lot of people to have my DC bring a very specific item in every day next week. I'll be out of town and I know my DH will not be able to remember what goes each day or even remember to bring the stuff in at all (even if I clearly mark them and lay them out).

It is very forced and annoying. I also realize that the email requests (and many of you here) say that it is just a recommendation and don't participate if you don't want to, but come on. Reality is that if you don't it will be noticed by the teacher and by the busy-body SAHMs who sit in the classroom all day because they have nothing better to do.

I agreed with you up until that point. That was a really bitchy comment.

Signed,
SAHM I am

Anonymous wrote:I have to agree that I am a little put off by the specific directions given to what should be brought in each day for the teachers (gift card one day, specific book one day, specific item for the classroom only found at a store not near us one day, etc.) I don't have time to run around and gather all of these items this week.

There are logical times throughout the year that I "recognize" my DCs teacher - her birthday (made cupcakes); holidays (gift card); helped my DC with something very specific (sent a nice email to the principal); end of year (was planning something but won't do it now since I'm being told to bring in something every day next week!).

Also, this is not a convenient time for me and probably a lot of people to have my DC bring a very specific item in every day next week. I'll be out of town and I know my DH will not be able to remember what goes each day or even remember to bring the stuff in at all (even if I clearly mark them and lay them out).

It is very forced and annoying. I also realize that the email requests (and many of you here) say that it is just a recommendation and don't participate if you don't want to, but come on. Reality is that if you don't it will be noticed by the teacher and by the busy-body SAHMs who sit in the classroom all day because they have nothing better to do.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote: I am suprised at the responses to this thread. If you don't like an organized TAW, then don't participate. I think it's a great week for the PTA to help lead the school families in showing their appreciation for the teachers. Especially for the busy families, this is a great, organized week to help make it easier for everyone to let the teachers how much we appreciate their work throughout the school year.

Appreciation is organized during the holidays and the end of the year. Other than that I think it's lovely to assume intelligent and thoughtful people will find ways to show appreciation without anybody telling them how. When I worked full time I still was able to show appreciation to the teachers of my kids and nobody had to tell me what to do. We are not a bunch of ungrateful 2 year olds in need of guidance regarding doing the right thing. If a teacher truly made a difference in a kids life, I don't know a single family who wouldn't find multiple ways to show gratitude be it through verbal thank yous, notes, volunteering and/or letters to the admin.

Anonymous wrote:I have to agree that I am a little put off by the specific directions given to what should be brought in each day for the teachers (gift card one day, specific book one day, specific item for the classroom only found at a store not near us one day, etc.) I don't have time to run around and gather all of these items this week.

There are logical times throughout the year that I "recognize" my DCs teacher - her birthday (made cupcakes); holidays (gift card); helped my DC with something very specific (sent a nice email to the principal); end of year (was planning something but won't do it now since I'm being told to bring in something every day next week!).

Also, this is not a convenient time for me and probably a lot of people to have my DC bring a very specific item in every day next week. I'll be out of town and I know my DH will not be able to remember what goes each day or even remember to bring the stuff in at all (even if I clearly mark them and lay them out).

It is very forced and annoying. I also realize that the email requests (and many of you here) say that it is just a recommendation and don't participate if you don't want to, but come on. Reality is that if you don't it will be noticed by the teacher and by the busy-body SAHMs who sit in the classroom all day because they have nothing better to do.


Sounds bad. We have never gotten one of these letters, I would be annoyed. We like to give our teacher a nice gift, just from us. Sorry that some must endure this....

Anonymous wrote: I am suprised at the responses to this thread. If you don't like an organized TAW, then don't participate. I think it's a great week for the PTA to help lead the school families in showing their appreciation for the teachers. Especially for the busy families, this is a great, organized week to help make it easier for everyone to let the teachers how much we appreciate their work throughout the school year.