Mrs. Estee Lieblich
It’s your job, as the parent, to advocate for your child—no one else will do it for them. Nowadays, schools are generally more open to hearing from parents than in the past, so don’t hesitate to raise concerns that affect your child. Even if schools or teachers sometimes seem reluctant to hear from parents, that doesn’t change your responsibility.
Always stay positive, solution-focused, and constructive in your approach. If something isn’t right, start by reaching out to the teacher respectfully and constructively. If that doesn’t resolve the issue, escalate to the principal.
However, being an advocate doesn’t mean shielding your child from every challenge. Your role as a parent is to support and validate their feelings while also empowering them to handle difficult situations. You want to help your child develop the tools and confidence to face adversity—not just remove every obstacle.
So, listen, support, and stand up for your child when necessary—but always with respect, positivity, and the goal of helping them grow through their experiences.