Survey Time: Editing your child's school work

Cheeringsection
Fri, 12 Jun 2015 16:21:05 +0000

I tried to assist DS with a “business letter” assignment. I write lots of them in my career. The form book the school provided him was quite cryptic. My assistance was mostly trying to explain what the terms meant that were in the form since they were not defined. “We” received a poor grade so he never asked for that type of help again.

I have gone to student presentations and seen projects that at least appeared to involve significant parental involvement. My DS actually had to be the next presenter after one of these and the contrast between the two projects was pronounced. From the congratulations from many parents after the event, I do not think I was the only one that noticed. Those other parents were kind enough to support my son for doing his own work (without coming right out and saying it) and I GREATLY appreciated it. I do think it is unfair for students to receive significant help. Proofreading is fine. Doing the work is not.