Children and School

I had a situation yesterday. Actually, it's a situation that has been building and it finally came to a head yesterday. It's still on my mind today.
And I have penned a letter to teachers. But first I must say that I truly LOVE my children's teachers. There are only 2 of Elizabeth's teachers that can take a hike, but all the rest of the teachers.... I LOVE them!!! I have been blessed with a great "team"!!! So having said that, here is my letter to Teachers:
Dear Teachers,
I am so grateful to have you on my team in helping me raise my children. I have entrusted their minds to your care for MANY hours a day/week/year. And I believe that you are doing an amazing job. I know your struggles and frustrations with your work. I try to help you as much as I can!
But I need you to understand something as well. My family tends to be late and absent more often than the normal child. I know this is frustrating for you and can disrupt the classroom. But there are 2 main reasons we are often late or absent.
First, I have 4 children! If I was up late with ONE sick child, that means I am exhausted and FOUR children will be late the next morning because Momma can't get out of bed.
The second reason is because sometimes we NEED the break. An extra hour to sleep in, or a day with Grandma and Grandpa. Or even a Jammy Day at home cuddling with Mom. Their mental health is a lot more important to me than their mental capabilities. I guess you could say that I would rather have an emotionally secure and sweet dumb child than a smart pain in the "bleep". And honestly, in your classroom - wouldn't you? LOL! I might be wrong, but I feel strongly that One of the reasons my kids are such "good kids" is because they are so well grounded. In our house; family and soul trumps school!
And having said all that, I want you to understand that if you see the lateness and absences affecting my child's schoolwork PLEASE talk to me about it! I am willing to take it up a notch if I need to and if I am able to. But DO NOT make fun of them or harrass them in front of the class for being late. It's not their fault - it's mine. :) Come talk to me.
You guys know that I love you! You know that I would do what I can to help YOU!! And I have. Not to be a brown-noser; but because I really do understand how difficult your job is and I REALLY do appreciate all that you do!!!!
Have a great day - Love my kids - and call me if you need me!
Hugs,
Steph