It seems like all my writing energy has been directed at Jonah's new teacher. She has a notebook that she writes messages to me every evening, and I spend way too much time responding to her; hence, I haven't had time to blog.
I've become one of THOSE parents. His teacher has been on the defensive and even said that no one had ever "questioned her ability before."
oops.
I've determined there are two key elements missing from school this year: the teacher's willingness to have the patience, positive attitude, and energy it takes to connect with Jonah and a structured, creative program that keeps him challenged.
The area's special education co-op just posted a position for another teacher's aide in Jonah's classroom as a result.
I'm hopeful for more change.
They think I'm Mrs. In Your Face.
If they only knew...
3 comments:
Honey, you are doing what is best for Jonah. I think you are really trying to help him, and that is the most important thing.
I hope the teacher will understand where you are coming from and will try to do better. Perhaps the new aide will help.
I pray things will work out for all concerned.
Please give Jonah and Lydia a big hug and kiss for me--some for you and Mike too.
I love you Grandma.
You're not "Mrs. In Your Face", you're "Mrs. I care aboout my child and I'm going to do anything I can to help him out." Big difference.
You're doing great, and Jonah's a lucky kid to have a mom like you. Wish I could see him growing up! We should do ichat or whatever it's called sometime when I can see him!
Love,
Ashley
Sorry, I'm just catching up on the blogs after being off-line for a few weeks. Oh Traci, I'm so sorry you even have to feel one negative feeling about advocating for your son. As so many have said, you know what is best for your son, I pray you would feel only peace as you pursue it. I know you are not rude or abrasively confrontive, you are patient and loving and kind. I pray you would not feel isolated, that the "notebook" cease to be a condemning voice in your life and that God would meet your every need for wisdome & help. I'll be interceeding for you, Mike and Jonah.
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