Dad Says NO to Sharing Kids’ Supplies, Ignites DEBATE!

Back-to-school shopping is always an exciting time, especially when your little one is starting their very first year! As a dad of two boys, I love letting them express their independence by picking out their own supplies (within reason, of course ). But this year, we hit a bit of a snag… The school sent out a list with some pretty strict standards, and I’m not sure how to handle it. Buckle up, because this supply saga is about to get wild!

Back-to-School Shopping Excitement! ️

Little Bro Joins the Shopping Crew

️ Encouraging Independence (Within Reason)

Thoughtful Gifts for Teachers

Strict School Supply Standards

Confusion Over Communal Supplies

️ Mixed Reactions to Dad’s Decision

AITA for Not Following the Rules? ‍♂️

✏️ EDIT: Happy to Help Others in Need

Kiddos Love to Share Their Supplies

‍ Respecting Teachers’ Hard Work

School Supply Showdown: Dad vs. The System

So here’s the sitch: Dad and his two boys are all geared up for their annual back-to-school shopping extravaganza ️ , but this year, the school’s throwing a wrench in their plans with a super strict supply list . Dad’s not about that “one-size-fits-all” life, so he decides to stick to his guns and let his kids pick out their own supplies ️ . But not everyone’s on board with his rebellious ways . Will Dad stick it to the man, or will he cave to the communal crayon pressure? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this school supply showdown!

Parent criticized for not sharing supplies, offered alternative solution.

Teacher calls out dad for not following school supply rules

Teacher explains importance of communal supplies, YTA in situation.

Teachers deserve better support, not blame.

Ignoring school policy = difficult parent with difficult kids ‍♂️

Ex-teacher not bothered by dad’s supply rule, but warns teachers.

Parent criticized for not sharing supplies in classroom. YTA.

Parent refuses to share supplies with class, teacher shames them.

Parent called out for not sharing supplies, sparks heated debate

Parent questions communal school supplies, sparks debate on responsibility

Sharing supplies helps teachers budget and prevent loss.

Parent defends buying supplies for own child, not entire class

NTA dad sparks debate over shared classroom supplies

Teaching kids boundaries > forcing communal supplies

Parent expresses frustration with teachers demanding supplies for others.

Buying the list benefits everyone – NTA comment

Debate over sharing school supplies and teacher wages. ‍

Different school supply sharing customs in Europe and America?

Parent criticized for not sharing supplies with classmates. YTA verdict.

Parents should be able to get what their child wants

Sharing supplies not fair to all kids, school should provide shareable items.

Debate over sharing kids’ supplies in underfunded education system.

Sharing school supplies is a nightmare according to commenter.

User criticizes school policy and suggests government funding for supplies.

YTA insists on not sharing supplies in a shared space

Schools should provide teachers with supplies, not the other way around

Sharing supplies in school: NTA thinks it’s bizarre and suggests alternatives.

Debate over sharing kids’ supplies sparks disagreement with class policy.

Debate over forcing kids to share school supplies with classmates.

Sharing supplies? Not my responsibility, says NTA commenter.

Government should provide school supplies, not parents. NTA.

The struggles of a kindergarten teacher with material management

Confusion over school supplies list sparks NTA comment.

NTA: Should parents pay for other kids’ supplies?

Redditors call out parent’s behavior as problematic

Debate over sharing classroom supplies ignites when parent violates policy

Sharing supplies in school: YTA or NAH?

Some parents see it as forced charity by teachers.

Respect the teacher’s instructions or ask for clarification

Sharing school supplies: generosity or inconvenience?

Parent criticized for not involving teacher/principal in supply issue

Teaching kids sharing means not stealing their stuff.

Senior defends dad’s decision to not share kids’ supplies.

A non-American’s take on US schools’ lack of supplies

Sharing supplies for class – NTA or ESH?

Balancing personal school supplies and donations sparks debate.

NAH suggests buying specific boxes to encourage tidiness and sharing.

Dislike sharing supplies but YTA. Communicate with school beforehand.

Sharing supplies teaches problem-solving and helps the teacher’s control

A teacher explains the potential problems with not following school supply lists.

Sparking debate: spending your own money on supplies, NTA?

Teacher-made list for supplies, YTA for not following.

Parent disagrees with school supply sharing policy. Others disagree.

Teaching kids to share is important, YTA.

Why a 12-pack of crayons is enough for kids ️

Unpopular opinion sparks debate on classroom supplies sharing

NTA defends against school’s money-saving tactic

A kindergarten teacher explains why kids don’t need desks.

Sharing supplies is common in younger grades, don’t be TA

User thinks dad is TA for not sharing kids’ supplies

NTA, but is it worth the headache with teacher and students?

Sharing is caring, but not always necessary. Soft YTA explained.

NTA: Parent argues against communal supplies due to pandemic concerns

Is sharing school supplies safe post-pandemic? Let’s discuss!

Is sharing school supplies a new thing?

Parent defends not sharing kids’ supplies, sparks debate. NTA

Teacher and parent have reasonable concerns about classroom supplies

The great debate over Rose Art vs Ticonderoga pencils.

Concerned commenter points out unsanitary aspect of community supplies during pandemic

To share or not to share? That’s the crayonundrum!

Label important supplies and share the rest, YTA mildly.

Parent refuses to share supplies, sparks debate. NTA stance.

Don’t be the A**hole parent who won’t share communal supplies

Home schooling seems like a good option for some parents ‍

NAH suggests not sharing supplies due to COVID concerns.

Protecting your kid’s supplies: NTA, keep doing you!

Teacher calls out dad for not following classroom rules

Protecting immunocompromised kids, NTA sparks debate on school policies

Sharing is caring, YTA disagrees. Teachers suffer.

Discussion on sharing supplies sparks debate without clear verdict.

One commenter questions the sharing of school supplies during COVID-19.

Criticism of education system for putting burden on parents and teachers

Let kids express themselves with unique school supplies. NTA.

Buy supplies, let kid choose. A-hole or not? Discuss. ‍

Sharing is caring, YTA disagrees. Keep your supplies at home

Be a considerate parent, don’t burden teachers with extra work

Parent criticized for not sharing supplies, sparks classroom debate