For a preschooler, saying goodbye to their teacher that they have just spent so much time with this year can be difficult. They often form strong attachments to them at that age since they have spent so much time with them throughout the year. Here are some practical steps to make the parting easier:
1) Let the teacher know how much your student/child has loved being in her classroom and how much they are going to be missed. Just a heads up gives the teacher the incentive to help with the transition.
2) Have your child make a gift for the teacher such as a homemade card, craft or some goodies that both of you whipped up in the kitchen together.
3) Ask the teacher if it is OK if your student/child visits her when he comes back to school in the upcoming year.
4) Try to have your child meet his/her new teacher before school is out for the summer. That way, they know what they have to look forward to for the next school year as well.