Whew, I am so glad to be home. I am a firm believer that if I dress and act professionally, the students will reciprocate. I wore a gray suit today and black heels; my feet are killing me! I took my shoes off as soon as I got through the door and began to strip off my clothes immediately there after. The pain and discomfort were worth it, however, since the students treated me with respect.There was an incident atschool. At the beginning of first hour, I had such terrible cursing and screaming. One of the problem students was having a fit, rammed his fist through the wall, and was being very abusive to teachers and another student. I had his sister in my room. She flew from my room going to the aid of her brother; more screaming and cursing ensued. She shoved the young man whom her brother was cursing and threatened to fist him right in the kisser--my words, not hers! I grabbed her arm, she shook and tried to disengage my hold, but I held on like a snapping turtle! Other teachers arrived to give me aid which was completely unnecessary. Both students left school but no disciplinary action was given by the administration. The remainder of the day went smoothly, and the students were delightful.On the way home, I again saw the turtles sitting on the log, not as many today as yesterday but several. They were the sentinels protecting their domain. The mallard were darting around in the water enjoying the 75 degree weather. They looked so adorable.Well, I must get the food on the table. Hubby is home and his tummy is growling! See you all later if I don't pass out in the recliner!

Comments:

As someone said up there... well, down there once this is posted... teachers don't make enough money... especially subs!!! I know some of them tend to test you, but this was more. And, the admins did nothing?? No wonder the kids think they can do things like this!!

Wow... that's quite the drama! Glad you made it through the day unscathed.

comment by mellowdee on Apr 8, 2008 8:43 AM ()

I'm a tough old broad!

reply by angiedw on Apr 8, 2008 9:07 AM ()

What--after such an uneventful day yesterday, you don't want to return to the classroom today? Some kind of wuss?(Sandwich for hubby's supper?)

comment by solitaire on Apr 8, 2008 5:33 AM ()

Darn right! I go back Thursday for round 2! And yes, hubby did have smoked turkey with swiss on rye. Today, potato salad, deviled eggs and rib eye!

reply by angiedw on Apr 8, 2008 9:09 AM ()

Teachers don't make enough money for all they put up with..You must have the patience of a saint. Hope your day is better today

comment by nascargranny20 on Apr 8, 2008 5:14 AM ()

Much, thank you! I am home today cleaning and cooking.

reply by angiedw on Apr 8, 2008 9:10 AM ()

comment by hopefields on Apr 8, 2008 12:58 AM ()

True, unfortunately. The young man causing all the problems should not be in a regular school setting. He comes by his behavior honestly, for his parents are as volatile as he is.

reply by angiedw on Apr 8, 2008 1:41 AM ()

comment by walkwithgrace on Apr 7, 2008 10:23 PM ()

The young man was being such a perfect gentleman that I couldn't allow her to abuse him any more. I think that she would have hit him if I had not taken her arm. I'm really surprised that she didn't turn on me, but she didn't.

reply by angiedw on Apr 8, 2008 1:44 AM ()

Hope you had a relaxing night!!

comment by dkelly on Apr 7, 2008 7:55 PM ()

I did, thank you. I didn't pile up in the recliner since the cat got there before I did. However, the couch was mine!

reply by angiedw on Apr 8, 2008 1:45 AM ()

Angie, they made us take a two week course as part of our inservice training on Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (how to restrain violent students without inflicting pain, to secure their safety as well as the safety of other). We were also certified in Love and Logic. Love and Logic works with about 85% of my kiddoes but that emotionally disturbed 15% wears my rear out!!! I am more of a hippie librarian and get away with my hippie look because the principal I work under lets us violate the dress code as long as the scores are high. I hope things work out for you and remember to document, document, document...but you are a veteran, you know how it goes! Keep us posted on your next round!

comment by barbiebrains on Apr 7, 2008 4:34 PM ()

I have had that workshop as well. It just seems that everything flies out the our brain cells when intervention is required.I like the love and logic idea. I have always practiced the philosophy that respect and kindness will circumvent many problems. I never raise my voice and enter a shouting match, maintain eye contact, and give many love pats. But I am getting too old for teaching!

reply by angiedw on Apr 8, 2008 1:51 AM ()

comment by strider333 on Apr 7, 2008 3:59 PM ()

reply by strider333 on Apr 8, 2008 3:26 PM ()

My feet aren't as sore this morning. If the rain holds off, I may go for a long walk to relax. If it is a light shower, I might even dance a little!

reply by angiedw on Apr 8, 2008 1:54 AM ()

Sounds like an eventful day!!

comment by texastar on Apr 7, 2008 3:54 PM ()

That is good.

reply by texastar on Apr 8, 2008 2:07 AM ()

After the drama of the morning, all was peaceful and the students were so much fun. Mr. B has great classes, for he has been a structured teacher and the students know what is expected.

reply by angiedw on Apr 8, 2008 1:56 AM ()

Did you ever think the turtles might have been waiting to see you?

Sounds like a stressful day! Enjoy the recliner!!

comment by greeneyedgemini on Apr 7, 2008 3:50 PM ()

You know, I think you are right. The little critters were looking directly at me. They might have even nodded their little heads, ever so slowly and discreetly.

reply by angiedw on Apr 8, 2008 1:57 AM ()

reply by walkwithgrace on Apr 7, 2008 10:22 PM ()

I was just wondering how your day went! Good to know you survived. I knew you would! What I don't understand is why those disruptive kids weren't disciplined.... Doesn't seem like they have to pay much of a consequence for their bad behavior, and doesn't that mean it is likely to just happen again and again?

comment by marta on Apr 7, 2008 3:45 PM ()

And it does! We had an excellent discipline policy in place, one that we had worked on all summer. A new administration was hired and the policy was thrown to the wind. Everything has been down hill since--no consistency. Jeffery and his sister will continue with their disruptive and abusive behavior because there are no consequences. The conditions are horrible. I feel sorry for the students who really want an education.

reply by angiedw on Apr 8, 2008 2:01 AM ()

I know exactly how you feel!

comment by teacherwoman on Apr 7, 2008 3:44 PM ()

I knew you would. I was thinking about you when I was doing the post, but from what I gather via pictures of your school and your comments on your activities, you are at a good place. However, that doesn't mean you don't work your tail off and come home exhausted; true teaching is very demanding.

reply by angiedw on Apr 8, 2008 2:04 AM ()