North Dakota

These are very small classes, usually 6-8 children to help with giving specific teaching and assistance and to reduce stimulation. Because of the small class and unique requirements of the job, it is not uncommon for the teacher to know much more about the family than in a typical classroom.

You have no idea how many times I've gotten a note or phone call asking me, "what has changed at home? Johnny is acting different this week." Sometimes it could be because a parent is travelling on business, or a family member is visiting. The illness of a sibling, causing mommy to redirect more attention to the other child, will be an issue. I can tell you that it can be very unsettling for someone outside your family to request and need information on the personal activities and relationship dynamics in your home, even if they aren't big or explosive like a divorce. The only way we can get through that type of invasion of privacy is if we have trust in the teacher and other professionals. You don't violate that trust by broadcasting generalities or specifics on social media.