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I was that parent.
I was that parent who overanalyzed a kindergarten progress report.
I was that parent who carefully crafted an email asking for further clarification of a "progressing" rating (as opposed to a "secure") for my reader and writer.
I was that parent who asked politely for evidence and questioned how I could continue to help my reader and writer at home.
I was that parent.
I was that parent who received a detailed explanation the very next day.
I was that parent who was provided specific assessment information, "cut scores" and my child's data results.
I was that parent who is a full time Mom and full time teacher who understood every word of that email.
I was that parent who was relieved (calmed?) by the additional communication.
I was that Mom who cares deeply about my daughters, even to question the results on a kindergarten progress report.
I was that parent. And I smile remembering the importance of open communication, even if I was that parent.