I also have a 1st grader.....
Posted By: Mommy2 on 2006-11-30
In Reply to: I need to vent about our public school....sm - Inquiring mind
First grade is a lot more difficult than kindergarten and it is very sad that your daughter had the type of kindergarten year that she did last year.
My son is also a first grader this year. He had a really good kindergarten teacher with a class of 15. His first grade teacher is pretty good too, but this class has 23 (which is still low compared to other classroom averages in other schools, But what a difference a few extra students make!) I volunteer in his classroom every Monday and I am shocked at what is required out of first graders these days! This is such a difficult grade because kids are all at different levels at this age.
With extra support with her work she will do just fine, it will just require a little time and effort. I think it is very commendable that you and your husband do have an active role in your child's education and are willing to go the extra mile to help boost or supplement what she is learning in school. That will go a long way with helping her get through these first couple years of school without struggling too much.
If you are looking for a good program to help boost literacy and keep your daughter's attention- consider checking into the Letter People program by Abram's & Company. (They have a website.) My son loves the Letter People and they have helped to boost his desire to read. There are many other great educational programs available out there too. You will find something that she will enjoy! :)
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Landry has been placed on leave with pay.
Landry is a first-year teacher, participating in an alternative certification program.
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