Teacher communication is one of the most important parts of a child’s early education. When teachers talk to parents, they are not just sharing information—they are showing their professionalism, education level, and respect for the families they work with. But what happens when a message from a teacher is full of grammar mistakes?

That’s exactly what caused a stir in a parenting group recently. A concerned mother posted about a preschool teacher’s message that was hard to understand and full of writing errors. This message was meant to invite parents to a school orientation, but instead, it raised many parent concerns about how well the teacher could communicate.

The Message That Sparked the Concern

Rodilene May Gegantoni, a mother and active member of a parenting Facebook group, shared a screenshot of the announcement. It originally came from another parent whose child goes to the same preschool.

Here’s what the message said:

“We informed you that, we have a Parent Orientation this coming on Thursday June 26, 2025, and We hope your cooperation and presence are highly appreciated. Thank you for your understanding and Fellowship.”

It had incorrect punctuation, capital letters in the wrong places, and very confusing phrasing. Parents were left wondering what time the event was and even what exactly it was about.

Mixed Reactions From the Community

People in the Facebook group had different opinions. Some parents felt the mom was being too picky or “maarte,” a Filipino slang word that means someone is overly particular. Others, however, agreed that the grammar mistakes were serious.

Rodilene herself said, “She’s not a grammar police, but there are tools now like AI or spellcheck, so there’s no excuse.”

Some netizens felt the mistakes reflected poorly on the school. They believed that if a teacher cannot write a simple message clearly, it may affect how well they teach the children. Other parents defended the teacher, saying that the pressure of managing many students and tasks could lead to simple errors. They argued that the content of the message matters more than how it is written.

Why Clear Teacher Communication Matters

As a parent myself, I know how frustrating it can be to get a confusing message from school. We all want to be involved in our children’s education, but it’s hard to stay informed when we don’t understand the information being shared.

Teacher communication needs to be clear and correct for a few big reasons:

1. Trust – Parents need to feel that their children are in good hands.
2. Understanding – If a message is confusing, important details can be missed.
3. Professionalism – Teachers are role models, and how they write reflects their abilities.

The Impact on Schools

When a school sends out poorly written messages, it can hurt its image. Parents may start to doubt not just the teacher but the whole school. It raises questions like:

• Is this how they teach English to our kids?
• Do they take communication seriously?
• Should I transfer my child to a different school?

These are real concerns that any school should avoid by making sure teachers use proper grammar and simple, clear sentences.

Solutions Schools Can Use

This situation isn’t about blaming teachers. Many are overworked and underpaid. But we can still ask for better communication without being unfair.

Here are some helpful ideas for schools:

• Training – Offer workshops on how to write clear and professional messages.
• Tools – Encourage teachers to use grammar checkers or templates.
• Review – Have someone else read the message before it is sent to parents.

Even just taking a few extra minutes to proofread can make a big difference.

A Teacher’s Perspective

I once worked with a teacher who always triple-checked her messages. She said, “I may not be perfect, but I owe it to the parents to show that I care.” Her messages were always short, friendly, and clear—and parents loved her for it.

On the other hand, I also knew someone who didn’t think it mattered. “As long as they get the message,” he said. But his messages often caused confusion, and it led to several complaints. Eventually, the school had to step in.

Finding Balance

It’s true that not everyone is good at writing. But when you’re a teacher, communicating clearly is part of the job. Just like we expect doctors to write readable prescriptions, we should expect teachers to send understandable announcements.

Mistakes happen. That’s okay. What’s not okay is ignoring them. Parents and teachers should work together to fix problems—not attack each other. But that starts with teacher communication that parents can trust.

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