School decisions are high stakes. In text, stick to deadlines, forms, and who does what. Save policy arguments for counsel or mediation if needed.
Not legal advice. Decision rights depend on your order.
Templates
Enrollment deadline
[School] registration for [Child] is due [date]. Forms: [link/list]. I can submit by [date] if you agree in writing, or we can each list preferred schools by [deadline] and decide per our order.
Share registration status
Update: [Child] is registered at [school] for [year/grade]. Start date [date]. I will send the supply list when available. Please confirm you received this.
Request agreement
For [Child]’s school for [year], my preferred option is [school] because [one logistics reason: proximity/program/IEP]. Please reply with agree / alternative by [deadline] so we don’t miss registration.
IEP / meeting notice
[Child] has a school meeting on [date] at [time] at [place/link] about [topic]. You’re welcome to attend. I’ll share notes afterward either way.
Control fight → deadline
Before
“You’re trying to enroll them in a terrible school just to spite me.”
After
“Registration closes [date]. Options on the table: [A] and [B]. Please state your preference in writing by [deadline] so we can enroll [Child] on time.”
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