For every student I teach, there is at least one adult responsible for them. I've met a lot parents over the years; many wonderful caregivers who have their child's best interests at heart. Others.....well.....let's just say I've met some VERY interesting folks:
The Helicoter Parent: The parent that 'hovers' above their child, afraid to let go, calling me up to four times a day for advice, reassurance, or to just tell me 'one more thing'.
The BFF Parent: Those who share clothes with their kids (including their midriff-baring tank tops), gossip about the other students with them, and take them to to the spa for the day when their child was suspended for being violent in school. (True story!)
The Orchard Syndrome Parent: Where the apple doesn't far fall from the tree. (Enough said!)
The 'Refuse to Grow Up' Parent: Voicemail msg: Beats, Beats, Beats, Dance music, BEATS, BEATS - (in a seductive voice purring into the phone) "You've reached Billy's mom, leave a message and I'll call you back.....purrrr!"
The 'In Denial' Parent: When sitting down in a meeting with the principal, the parents and the student who told me to "F-Off!" at recess, the parent asks which direction his child was facing when he swore, as he may have been swearing INTO THE WIND!
The Sigmund Freud: When parent/teacher interview night turns into a therapy session about their failed marriage and their cheating ex-husband's new girlfriend. (Very awkward)
The Awesome Parent!: The supportive, caring, nurturing, helpful parent that only wants their children to try their best and be all they can be. Thankfully, there are more of these out there than the above! :)
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