Discuss ShannonBattle's answer to: Should I "call" teacher on unfair practice?

We are often confronted with the challenges of being overlooked because someone who makes the call has another preference.  It happens in the workplace and unfortunately school.  I feel your dilemma as a parent, because my daughter who I know is an excellent drummer was overlooked and then dismissed when someone moved back to our church.  She is actually better than him.  So, did I get mad...yes.  But I redirected my frustration to focus on bettering her skills as a drummer.  No matter how great your daughter sings, her gift may not be well appreciated where she is.  You may have to look for other opportunities for her outside of her school.  Do you have local talent shows?  Can she perform at birthdays?  There are so many creative outlets, don't stop at the school.  No, it is not inappropriate to ask for the selection criteria.  If this is her passion, then no one can stop her.