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by skeasling from Cleveland Texas

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ugh! some parents!
Apr 15, 2008 | 8:17 PM
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ok this got me so upset. I had a parent usee the excuse that her son wasnt on his meds. ok i understand some children neeed med to "function" but to continuely let the children do what ever they want and use the "med" card is outrageous! And heaven forbid if a teacher tries to punish one of their children. You may lose or get placed somewhere else if you do. If your student refuses to do what they are told they need to be PUNISHED! I deal with so many kids that think they can use and abuse their teachers and they can becuase no one wants to upset the parents. Whoop my child if they disrespect you. I am so tired of being called names and yelled at becuase I am trying to teach them how to capitalize the days of the week or that you have to capitalize I.

 

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chassan read my blog view my photos
Apr 15, 2008 | 9:39 PM

Skeasling,

Being a teacher requires multiple talents: Being a counselor, shrink, policeman, teacher, and motivational speaker.

It's a tough career that doesn't pay as much as it should.

When a child gets out of line in class, a teacher should try to understand the underlying reason for the child's behavior and try to motivate the child to learn. Failing that, the teacher needs to follow the school's policy for dealing with a student who is disruptive without end.
stormchaser06 read my blog view my photos
Apr 15, 2008 | 11:21 PM

Your job certainly isn't easy. You have a lot that you have to put up with for the sake of trying to educate kids. I applaud your efforts and perseverence!
Foehammer read my blog view my photos
Apr 16, 2008 | 2:55 AM

I don't know Chassan. Whereas I do agree that the school policies should be adhered too...I am a firm believer in "spare the rod spoil the child." My children do not fear me but they do know that when certain lines are crossed...off comes the ole leather belt.

Sometimes the old ways of handling things are the best. Albeit not always the most politically correct.
Writing_With_Power read my blog view my photos
Apr 16, 2008 | 6:36 AM

I agree with Foehammer. Its not fear but resepct. My child, as well as my nieces and newphews, know that there is a line and if you cross it there will be punishments dished out.
School policies are not always there for the greater good. Just look at the teacher who was beaten up by her student in Baltimore. The school said it was her own fault because she used a TRIGGER word when telling the student to back off or she will befend herself. The school sided with the student that was attacking the teacher "CAUSE SHE CAN"
chassan read my blog view my photos
Apr 16, 2008 | 6:36 AM

Foehammer,
Each school district has its own policy on whether it allows spankings.

I don't think spankings in schools achieve much of anything. Kids who receive them view themselves as tough for accepting them; nothing changes after they get whacked.
katylady
Apr 16, 2008 | 6:53 AM

I was raised the "old school" way. What I mean by that is the school gave pops back then and the most important was we prayed every morning before school. I believe when God was taken out of our schools that was the Ultimate mistake. Putting HIM back in will make a big difference. "Spare the rod, spoil the child" should be used in every home. Shoot, we all turned out just fine didn't we? :)
Charlayne read my blog
Apr 16, 2008 | 7:31 AM

katylady, when do "pops" beget abuse? Kids who get "pops" at school can and do come home to abuse at home by parents who are abusing them for those pops.

And, as for prayer in school, whose prayers? Are the beliefs of the many going to stomp on the rights of the few? If we make it all equal and let everyone have a chance to pray to their own deity, are those who are followers of the Judeo-Christian deity going to be angry and start protesting about how their kids are being exposed to "the wrong religion"?

Is freedom of religion for all religions or just for those who follow the "right" religion?

This is a big can o'worms you are advocating here.
pha147 read my blog view my photos
Apr 16, 2008 | 8:13 AM

Pain makes you think. Pain made us think in the "old school."

Monday this week, our 8th graders went wild. There were literally eight campus fights back-2-back after lunch. Some students who were involved in the fighting only got 2 Saturday detentions. No pain (consequence), no lesson learned.

Just yesterday, 4 of our 8th graders were joy-riding in "somebody's" car during instructional time. They were pulled over by a Deputy Constable. They were brought back to the campus. ALL students are in school today. No pain (consequence), no lesson learned.

Because of all this, teachers get abused. Since I can't touch 'em, somebody else NEEDS to. The only way to survive public school as a teacher on a campus with out of control kids is if the administration strongly supports and enforces the district code of conduct...but alas, some administrators (like mine right now) are hell-bent on giving "chances" to students who commit serious campus offenses. I'm sick of it, too...so I am pursuing a Masters in Educational Leadership to get OUT of the classroom.
Skyder read my blog view my photos
Apr 16, 2008 | 8:50 AM

I also agree with Foehammer and WWP. When I went to school, we didn't get suspension or detention for fighting, we got licks with a paddle. I can tell you from experience, THAT was reason enough for me to keep my temper in check. It was NOT a status symbol, and other kids would ridicule you for having gotten those licks. It is NOT abuse, and I think the mere notion that it is, is preposturous. My kids get spankings when they cross that line, and as a result, I have very well behaved kids. Happened to me, and I pay it forward. I love my parents dearly, and don't have any psych issues because of my punishments.
Not a big fan of the "meds". I believe that 80% of the kids on meds these days, would not need them if they had to deal with harsher punishments than "time out" or "grounding". To me, that's just parents looking for a cop out.
Also agree with pha147... Stupidity should be painful.
DamaliKeith read my blog view my photos
Apr 16, 2008 | 9:16 AM

Teachers are SO VERY important. Please don't get discouraged. We NEED good teachers.
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I am married to an over the ROad truck driver. I have three kids that demand most of my attention. I am a part of a few money making programs online which seem to be finally paying off. I enjoy socializing and reading up on current events. I am a substitute teacher during the school year and a stay at hme mom during the summer. Visit me at: http://www.yuwie.com/r/28
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