My second email to orchestra teacher was exactly that... which I sent 5 days ago. So what now, write a third time to him and a second time to the chairperson, and cc the principal?
Hmmmm... I didn't realize that the MS/HS chairperson was the person at the orchestra (I thought you tried both the MS and HS contact, but that there was yet a third party running the actual orchestra). So, that complicates things. One other option I've found that works is to call the principal and ask him/her to follow up. Sometimes parents here email the superintendent, which I think is a bit of overkill, but let me tell you, the parents always end up getting a response! In our school, going in isn't necessarily an option. Parents can't just show up or walk in - they are stopped at the door and would be told to make an appt with the teacher (which is kind of hard when you can't get a response!). However, again, I've known parents who go into the front office and say they'll be happy to wait until the vice principal or principal is available for a minute. I had a friend who just brought a big book with her and settled in... time consuming but effective!
The principal came out rather quickly and problem was addressed.
I'm sorry it's taking such an effort to get a response. It must be incredibly annoying.
