We have been trying to teach our son to speak up for himself. In most other situations, it is okay. I guess it could be physical intimidation...I don't know. In any case, the PE teacher sits in his office while the kids play so saying "I didn't get a turn" won't get noticed. Yes, I realize these things have been happening forever. I also realize what happens to the kids who say "I didn't get turn" after class
I have never rushed in to save my child. I know plenty of parents who do. I am simply wanting to enlighten the staff about the issue, especially since it breaks their school policy of "everybody belongs" (of which I don't believe we have when I went to school, at least as a school motto). Granted, my DH and I did discuss this and told our son he needs to see how the first week goes and then if it continues, talk with the new teacher and if that doesn't resolve it then we'll get involved. We have done role playing, etc to help build his confidence. The kids *cutting* in line are bigger children. 2 of them as big as me at age 10. My son is small. I know he feels physically intimidated by them getting all up in his face. I remember those times as a child as well. Like I said, depending on whose viewpoint it is, it is bullying and with some, it won't be. I had a family member who went through hell in school, especially during PE and it started out like this (what's going on with my son). I think I have a right to be concerned.