We are almost a week out since learning the news of Lane's bullying situation at daycare. As of yet, no major changes have taken place. We found out on Monday that he was pushed into a cabinet on Friday afternoon. Yesterday, Lane and the other child were in a battle on the bus which extended to daycare. The other kid ended up getting sent home early for his behavior.
As a parent, I can only try to control what my own child does. I cannot tell you now many times Dave and I have told Lane to STAY AWAY from that boy. BUT, in actuality, how can we expect him to? They ride the same bus and are in the same area at daycare. Wherever he turns, THERE he is! How can I expect a 6 yr old to ignore someone who is in his face saying things to anger him? Sure, it sounds easy enough, but we all know that the little mind of a child doesn't have the capability to turn off the negativity. Also, how do we go about disciplining Lane for his part in reacting to the situation? We know he is being instigated, but yet, we need him to know that foul language, name calling, pushing, etc..is NOT to be tolerated in our home or our lives.
There are so many questions running through my mind....Do I go above the daycare and speak with the other child's parents? Do I go to the school? Do I pull Lane from the daycare all together? Am I being impatient in thinking that the problem should be solved by now? Am I doing enough to protect my son?
Today I am at a loss of what next steps to take....
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