concerned about approach from school
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Parent1965
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I would point out to your son that based on past appeals there is little chance of success and that you did not tell him as you did not wish to worry him as there was so little chance (even if you think there is a good chance).
Tell him that he has nothing to get upset about and point out that often parents do not tell their children and for all he knows there are others in his class whose parents are appealing and they do not know about it. At least he knows about it and there is one less thing for you all to worry about, and you could discuss with him if there is anything he wants you to say - after all it his appeal.
A strong letter to the school after it is all over might be a good idea if he does not get in - if he does than maybe just a gentle hint maybe that they shouldn't do it again.
We did tell our daughter of the appeal but that is far from saying your approach was wrong and the decision whether to tell or not tell must always be left to the parents as it will depend on the circumstances and the child. Someone from the school obviously made a stupid mistake and is probably feeling pretty bad about it and have probably learnt their lesson.
Tell him that he has nothing to get upset about and point out that often parents do not tell their children and for all he knows there are others in his class whose parents are appealing and they do not know about it. At least he knows about it and there is one less thing for you all to worry about, and you could discuss with him if there is anything he wants you to say - after all it his appeal.
A strong letter to the school after it is all over might be a good idea if he does not get in - if he does than maybe just a gentle hint maybe that they shouldn't do it again.
We did tell our daughter of the appeal but that is far from saying your approach was wrong and the decision whether to tell or not tell must always be left to the parents as it will depend on the circumstances and the child. Someone from the school obviously made a stupid mistake and is probably feeling pretty bad about it and have probably learnt their lesson.
