Dear Partner in Education: Thank you for allowing _________________________________________ to observe your child/classroom. S/he is enrolled in the Child Development 1/2 course in the Education Department at SUNY Orange. One of the requirements for this course is that each student completes from one to four hours of directed observation related to a field assignment. We feel that �real� interaction with children, in their natural environment, provides a powerful insight for the student to apply theory to practice. The student understands her/his responsibilities concerning this observation. Since respect for you and the child/classroom is of great importance, confidentiality outside of the college classroom will be expected of every student. Please feel free to call me at 845-341-4486 if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you again for your support of our education programs. Sincerely, Katherine Sinsabaugh Elizabeth Tarvin Field Placement Coordinator Chairperson Education Department Education Department Revised 08/03/10