Thanks for the suggestion, I decided to send this e-mail to the teacher this morning. I will avoid speaking to principal for now.
Hi Mrs. Teacher,
Thank you for giving me a heads up about the situation
with the new enrichment program.
Thank you for aranging for them to do their projects
in class in place of math.
It's clear that you have put a lot of work and effort
into this program, it's also clear that you are a fine
teacher and go well above and beyond for all your
students.
I am somewhat disappointed that this scheduling
conflict couldn't be avoided, however, I would guess
that this is not your decision.
As I mentioned to principal, DD was
administered an above level achivement test, meaning
she keeps answering questions until she gets them
wrong and it measures which grade she is actually
funtioning at. She actually was so excited after the
test and keeps asking when she can take more tests.
She is currently able to work significantly above
grade level in all subjects, I'd be happy to show it
to you.
As you know DD is a great little girl with a great
attitude. I do feel badly that I presented this
opportunity as a solution to her frustration at school
and now it has stalled so abruptly. I am concerned
about the message this sends to her. Could you please
tell me the date it will re-start.
Again, I don't mean to sound ungrateful for all your
amazing efforts towards DD, and in fact, all the
kids in your class.
Please feel free to share this e-mail at your
discretion.
Sincerely,
All I can do at this point is attempt to keep them honest.
And, Mia, you expressed the bottom line as to why this bothers me so, it sounds a bit shady to me too.
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