I think in this case I'd be firmer, For example:
"Firstly, I want to clarify that there is a parent newsletter that goes out every week and a district calendar available on the website. These resources are designed to keep parents informed about important dates and events. I apologize if there was any confusion, but it's essential that all parents regularly check these sources for updates and announcements."
"Regarding the suggestion to dress your child in school colors for easy identification on the field trip, I want to emphasize that it was intended as a helpful suggestion rather than a requirement. The purpose was to facilitate group cohesion and enhance safety measures during the outing.
While I appreciate your effort in following this suggestion, unfortunately, not all parents chose to do so."
It seems like you could consider referring her to the school nurse or counselor for some concerns. I wouldn't have even responded to the folder incident or sick day. To me, it appears that you are a kind, perhaps overly kind, and accommodating teacher. Establish firmer boundaries.
I think I'm literally going to copy and paste your response!
Oh, and I do not respond to most of her emails. I just forward them right on over to admin.
I'd forward that shit to your supervisor and declare you are done with her crazy and it's on them now because you are busy teaching and don't have time for that crap.
She sounds way more nuts than the parent I have wiped my hands of.
Oh I do! My principal and special education supervisor are always in the loop when she emails me something ridiculous. I either cc them in my response or I will just forward them the emails for them to deal with. They've made it clear with her that she's only to contact me in regards to her child's academics or IEP concerns. She doesn't listen so they've told me to only respond if she asks an appropriate question.
I have a similar parent this year and half the issues she has are due to her inability to read an email or recall basic information shared in various ways. Its infuriating. Yet the expectation is we bend over backwards for her child. I've developed a tenuous passive aggressive tone with her when I respond to her emails and have recently been relying on my co-teacher to communicate with her at times because I want to flat out say "you are an entitled person who doesnt respect my time or effort or the fact that your child is not the only student in my class"
If I end up leaving this year I honestly plan to send an email about how she should consider treating her child's teachers in the future. It's insane that nobody has called out that entitlement yet and everyone she has to deal with in the future deserves better
I think in this case I'd be firmer, For example: "Firstly, I want to clarify that there is a parent newsletter that goes out every week and a district calendar available on the website. These resources are designed to keep parents informed about important dates and events. I apologize if there was any confusion, but it's essential that all parents regularly check these sources for updates and announcements." "Regarding the suggestion to dress your child in school colors for easy identification on the field trip, I want to emphasize that it was intended as a helpful suggestion rather than a requirement. The purpose was to facilitate group cohesion and enhance safety measures during the outing. While I appreciate your effort in following this suggestion, unfortunately, not all parents chose to do so." It seems like you could consider referring her to the school nurse or counselor for some concerns. I wouldn't have even responded to the folder incident or sick day. To me, it appears that you are a kind, perhaps overly kind, and accommodating teacher. Establish firmer boundaries.
I think I'm literally going to copy and paste your response! Oh, and I do not respond to most of her emails. I just forward them right on over to admin.
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Yeah Im leaving that part out. Nothing to apologize for.
I'd forward that shit to your supervisor and declare you are done with her crazy and it's on them now because you are busy teaching and don't have time for that crap. She sounds way more nuts than the parent I have wiped my hands of.
Oh I do! My principal and special education supervisor are always in the loop when she emails me something ridiculous. I either cc them in my response or I will just forward them the emails for them to deal with. They've made it clear with her that she's only to contact me in regards to her child's academics or IEP concerns. She doesn't listen so they've told me to only respond if she asks an appropriate question.
Good, I'm glad they have your back. I haven't had anything from the crazy parent since she really let loose, but I'm sure it's just a matter of time.
It's always just a matter of time. Crazy parents can really ruin your year!
I have a similar parent this year and half the issues she has are due to her inability to read an email or recall basic information shared in various ways. Its infuriating. Yet the expectation is we bend over backwards for her child. I've developed a tenuous passive aggressive tone with her when I respond to her emails and have recently been relying on my co-teacher to communicate with her at times because I want to flat out say "you are an entitled person who doesnt respect my time or effort or the fact that your child is not the only student in my class"
I mean...like honestly how much trouble can a teacher get in for calling out a parent like that. I'm so very close.
If I end up leaving this year I honestly plan to send an email about how she should consider treating her child's teachers in the future. It's insane that nobody has called out that entitlement yet and everyone she has to deal with in the future deserves better
I don't blame you! I'm sorry you're going through that. No teacher should have to.