Appropriate age groups:
Elementary School
Middle School
High School & Beyond

General purpose of letter:
This sample letter addresses a disciplinary problem that includes your child and children from a different classroom. Be specific when you describe the problem. Your child will need to identify the other children involved in the incident so that the principal can look into the matter and call those childrenÆs parents. Include your contact numbers and the times you can attend a meeting.

Sample letter:
Date

Ms./Mrs. /Mr. [Name of Principal]
Job Title
School Name
School Address
City, State, Zip Code

Dear Ms./ Mrs./Mr. [Name of Principal]:

My child, [Child? Name], has brought it to my attention that she/he is being harassed during her/his lunch period by children in another class. Each day [Child? Name] returns home from school afraid that these children are going to hurt her/him. I would like to schedule a meeting to address this problem so that this matter can be settled quickly.

You can reach me at home, [home phone number], or at the office, [office phone number], to schedule a meeting.

Thank you very much.

Sincerely,
[Signature]
[Your Name]

[Parent?/Guardian? Name]
[Best time to be reached]
[Best time to schedule a meeting]