Journal 3

Journal Entry 3

2.1a        If a parent wanted me to bend a rule of having nut products in the center I would simple explain to them why the rule has no exceptions in this manner. I apologize that you feel indifferent about this situation but we can’t have any nut products in any of the classrooms. This is because some children have a severe allergy to peanut products and cannot come in contact with them at all. We never know if a child could carry it out the room or simply have something on their hands, so in this case we would rather be safe than sorry. I hope that you understand and stand by me in this promise I have made to these children and their families in order to maintain a safe environment for all. I truly hope this doesn’t change your mind on celebrating Mea’s birthday with her class because you are more than welcome to bring your other snacks. And I do thank you in advance for your cooperation in this matter.

2.1b       I feel like this situation can be handled in more than one way, depending on your staff. If I had a staff member wanting me to change the schedule for them due to the circumstances, I would meet with my staff individually and ask them if they were OK with giving that day up during his/her time of need. If so then that would be the days she work those hours. If the time wasn’t available I would explain that I am sorry you’re in this position but unfortunately we will have to stick to the original schedule because I have to be fair to all staff members, however I am mindful of the situation and we may be able to work together on the time you need off. I feel like we all have to understand that things happen that are totally out of our control, and if you want your staff to be there for you, you have to do your best to be there for them.

2.2a        Honestly I never share my exact bulletin board ideas for this very reason, however my lesson plan is a different story. If a teacher borrows my lesson plan ideas I don’t mind, now if a teacher asked me for bulletin board ideas I don’t mind helping them come up with some great ideas. No if my ideas are stolen from me I’m not going to be confrontational about it, it’s not that serious but I will make sure that particular person is not around when I’m planning in the future.

2.2b       I would first apologize to the father that the incident happened and that I was unaware of it. And ask if he would like to speak with me about it to see if we can reach a resolution. If not I would schedule a meeting for him to meet with the director and myself and his convenience. If he calms down and wants to talk with me I would explain to him that I understand why he is upset, and that it is not uncommon for these types of things to occur among young children from time to time. I do however apologize that I was unable to inform you of the incident, if I had known I would have immediately made documentation of it and notified you if necessary. In this situation your daughter didn’t inform me of the problem nor did she cry. In the future I will let her know the importance of telling me if she has a problem. I do however pay close attention to all my children in my care at all times but that doesn’t mean I see everything, sometimes are busier than others and things do get by me sometimes but I do take full responsibility and if you would like to meet with my director that can be arranged for you sir.