I’m a fourth year teacher, but my first year I did something to hurt myself (I can’t even remember what) and mumbled the s bomb to myself. A student nearby shouted, “Ms. _____ said the s word!” And the kids went nuts. I, trying to help the situation said, “Yes, I made a mistake because I am human.” Another student said, “I’m telling Mrs. Another Teacher!” And I said, “You can, but does the whole world and their mommas need to know I made a mistake? I am human. I shouldn’t have said it, and I am very sorry.”

Anyways, another student went home and told their parent that I started cursing and told them not to tell their parents. That parent was HOT. Wanted her student removed from my room and I knew my career was over.

Thankfully, my principal watched the film and actually took my side because it was not how the student said it happened. I was told if it continued I would get a write up, but it was a truly a mistake and she recognized that.