Topic: school supply sharing
school supply sharing
Am I the only parent who does not like the "sharing" of the school supplies? I took our daughter out today and she wanted to pick out specific things she likes. Because these would be put in a "community" basket, I didn't let her because she would be disappointed when someone else got them.
Last year, I had sent in good quality items and as she brought things home during the year, probably about half of it were cheap items that didn't last and broke.
This year our second daughter is starting school and we only need to send in money. The teacher will purchase the items and pass out as needed. I don't mind that at all because at least I know that everyone will be getting the same.
I understand the reasoning behind it, that kids who normally do without will not half to, but the truth is we are able to provide for our kids but are not well off. It can be an expensive time of the year and when I am being asked to provide extras in case someone else doesn't have them, I find that frustrating!!
Sorry if I have offended anyone, I honestly don't mean to.
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