Some of the solutions families use to help with concerns at school include:
1. Ask Your Primary Care Provider (PCP)
Check in with your pediatrician, especially if your child is frequently absent for illness or complains about physical problems like stomachaches or headaches.
Listen to and validate what your child has to say about school. Giving children a safe space where they feel heard is especially important in bullying and friendship issues.
Good communication with school can help you to understand the school's concerns, be consistent at home and collaborate with the school team.
Learn how to improve communication with your child's school (guide) (podcast)
5. Consider a Special Education Evaluation
Sometimes children need accommodations or modifications to overcome school concerns. An evaluation for special education is the first step in this process.
