Talking about divorce can be very personal, and many people want to limit the number of other individuals that they tell. This is especially true at the beginning of the process when they are still working through the details and determining if it’s going to be a long-term change or not. They do not want to bring it up with anyone before they are sure.
But once you know that you are definitely going to get divorced, should you start spreading the news to more people in your social network? For example, would this be the time to tell your child’s teacher?
Teachers often appreciate knowing
You can certainly decide to do whatever you would like in this situation. You’re not obligated to tell the teacher and everyone will have their own personal factors to consider. But it is true that it can be helpful for teachers to know that you are getting a divorce, so they may appreciate being informed.
For one thing, teachers often act as a support system for young children. Knowing what the child is going through can help them offer the right type of support. Additionally, children who are struggling with their parents’ divorce will sometimes have changes to their behavior or even their academic performance. If a teacher knows why this is happening, they can react to it properly and may even be able to anticipate some of these things in advance. When considering your child’s best interests, telling the teacher may be wise.
As you can see, there are many things to think about as your divorce moves forward. Be sure you also take the time to consider what legal steps you need to take.
