I would let her know she is putting other kids in a uncomfortable position and even in danger. If she can not follow the program she will have to leave.

Hi aDaWaV, First, I would make sure that the parent is aware of the perimeters. Perhaps she is confused as to where exactly the perimeters are. If she is not confused about this and is blatantly going against instructions, then I would explain to her the importance of keeping them in the perimeter (i.e. student safety). If the mom still goes against this after you explicitly explain the purpose of perimeters, then I would regroup the students and chaperones in a way that puts the mom in with your group. If there aren't enough chaperones to accommodate this regrouping, consider creating larger groups of students so that you can be in the same group as the mother. It is better to be safe than sorry. Basically, regroup, make it through the day, and do not invite that parent to chaperone again. If she tries to chaperone again in the future, just find a way to politely explain that she is not needed. Melissa

I would address the mother again and let her know that she is responsible for other students and that there is a reason that there are boundaries. Inform her that she could be putting other children along with her and her own child in harms way. While informing her of that let her know that if she can't be responsible and respectful of the boundaries that you are going to have to charge of the group.

I would let the parent know that where she is taking the students is not in the program. Explain to her that the other students in other groups are not going to those areas so for one, it is unfair to the other students. Secondly, she has her own child in that group who is most likely having a say in where they are going. If it keeps happening I would change the child out of his mothers group.

I would tell the parent that she is legally responsible for those children and taking them out of the assigned area could result in legal accusations.

Since you have asked her many times, I would have a respectful conversation with her explaining that she is not just looking after her child but other children so staying in the permitted area is necessary since she is overseeing other children that are not her's. Also, explain that if she can't respect being in the permitted areas than her participation and volunteering for chaperoning will be taken away.

I would let her know that she is putting not only her kid, but other parent's children at risk. If she continues to do so, let her know that the principal will be notified and her chaperone privileges will be revoked. I would not give her a second chance, (seeing as you already have after telling her many times), as there are probably plenty of other parents who will follow the guidelines who would love to chaperone for you.

I would not allow her to chaperone again, if she cannot follow simple rules that you asked her to follow, as well as the school itself, she does not need to be representing the school and in charge of children that could get lost.

I would explain to the parent they need to follow the rules. If she continues, talk to the school administration about not having her chaperone anymore.

Tell the parent the dangers of what could happen if the rules are not followed. Give her warning and tell her that if she does it one more time that she is going to forfeit her ability to be a chaperone and that she will have to give her kids to another chaperone.

I would explain to the parent that she is putting the children in danger by going out of the designated areas and if she is unable to abide by the rules, than she will no longer be able to volunteer for school field trips.

Explain to her the expectations of what she signed up for. Make sure she knows that this is a legal agreement rather than a loose agreement made for the students safety. Within the bounds of the schools rules complies, what she is doing is not right.

I would tell her that she will not be welcomed back on field trips if she could not handle following instructions.

When I read this, it seems to me that since her child is in the group, that she can take the entire group out of the permitter that has been set. If you take her child out of the group, then the problem might dissolve.

I would tell the parent that because of her disregard to your instructions, that the class will no longer need her as a chaperon.