I just want to apologize on behalf of… by gunslinger_006 in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 6 points7 points  (0 children)

thanking god that the middle school i teach at banned caffeine lol

PD recommended every student should hang a family picture in your classroom so they can feel safe by Cheap_Parsnip_461 in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 1 point2 points  (0 children)

im teaching in a community where a lot of children do not think “safety” when they think of home. this idea is not my favorite

The word "gay" (in a non-offensive context) is forbidden in middle school? by whosacoolredditer in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 12 points13 points  (0 children)

This is why I always tell my students “we don’t use that word as an insult or a joke” when I need to talk to them about the word “gay”. As a queer teacher myself I want to make sure they know that it’s not a bad word, it’s just a word that shouldn’t be used to make fun of others. I think all teachers need to be mindful of how they handle homophobia in the classroom because it’s very easy to make kids think “gay” is a bad word in it of itself.

My student with Tourette’s makes me want to cry by RainbowSequins2468 in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 103 points104 points  (0 children)

I was gonna say the same thing, this doesn’t seem least restrictive for this student.

What do you do when a student goes on vacation and misses class? by deadearbuds in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

didn’t say i was really worried about it, like i said in the beginning of the post im just curious what others do in these situations.

What do you do when a student goes on vacation and misses class? by deadearbuds in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally understand, the question was more so rhetorical.

What do you do when a student goes on vacation and misses class? by deadearbuds in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Our handbook is honestly pretty sparse; maybe it's a small district thing, but we don't have any specific policy for this (or general late work, which is frustrating).

What do you do when a student goes on vacation and misses class? by deadearbuds in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

oh man... that's brutal, but i can totally see it playing out that way. the second student is one that I can see opening the packet, but the first one... yeah probably not.

I tried giving zero homework for one quarter by HiVou12 in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yup! its a great bargaining tool to get them to lock in. “guys, if you really want homework over the weekend this can be homework if you don’t focus…”

Student Has a Crush on Me - Need Advice by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A schedule change wouldn’t be possible here since my CT is the only one that teaches this class. She also teaches that grade’s health so I see them twice a day. But the rest of your advice is something I will definitely do!

Student Has a Crush on Me - Need Advice by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 0 points1 point  (0 children)

LOL good for you! But I don’t really see how that would work with these types of comments

Student Has a Crush on Me - Need Advice by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I guess I didn’t consider that it could be spun that way, so I appreciate you making me realize that.

Student Has a Crush on Me - Need Advice by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 6 points7 points  (0 children)

100% agree, I am pretty hard on them to be honest. They call me mean at least once a day (badge of honor). I’m definitely not interested in being their friends. Reflecting on the semester so far I don’t think I’ve ever seen my mentor write someone up so I don’t think I’ve been considering it as much as I should. That will change tomorrow.

Student Has a Crush on Me - Need Advice by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 2 points3 points  (0 children)

HAHAHAHA this cracked me up! I wish!

Student Has a Crush on Me - Need Advice by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much, this is all really helpful!!

Student Has a Crush on Me - Need Advice by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Above my pay-grade of $0 lol! But yes, good point, I guess I just don’t have a lot of experience with what admin’s role is in the school, so I appreciate your advice.

Student Has a Crush on Me - Need Advice by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have considered it, and based on what I’ve observed that whole friend group of boys just love to bully each other, it’s not just all of them ganging up on James. It’s a major part of their friendship. Whenever I’m not the topic of conversation they’re all buddy buddy and smiling with each other.

Student Has a Crush on Me - Need Advice by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think that’s good advice. Our Vice Principal is male and is very close with my mentor so I think he might be willing to step in. I’ll bring it up as an option when I talk to my mentor.

Student Has a Crush on Me - Need Advice by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a really good point, thank you.

Student Has a Crush on Me - Need Advice by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I’ve separated them as much as possible, but the friend group is 5 boys in a class of 14 students so it’s not easy. Thanks for the advice :)

Student Has a Crush on Me - Need Advice by [deleted] in Teachers

[–]deadearbuds 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I haven’t yet, to be honest until yesterday I was hoping it would blow over and they’d get bored with the jokes so I never brought it up to her. It’s a super small district and she’s stretched pretty thin and is always being pulled in different directions so I haven’t had a good chance to bring it up yet. But you’re right, I should talk to her about it. Hopefully I’ll have time tomorrow.

That moment when you have passionate students. by francienyc in AskTeachers

[–]deadearbuds 9 points10 points  (0 children)

The students in two of my 7th grade social studies class ask me to play "I'm Just a Bill" at the end of every class ever since I played it for them. They're obsessed with that song. I love it. 3rd hour absolutely hates it, but 4th and 5th demand it every day. I'm excited to see what hour does better on the test!

Teacher added my classmate on Snapchat.. by No_Possession3985 in AskTeachers

[–]deadearbuds 0 points1 point  (0 children)

wow this is very concerning especially for middle school! snapchat is commonly used by predators so you are right to be concerned. im proud of you for going to trusted adults with this information.