TEACHERS Unite!!!

[Blondy876]

This would be like Doctors share your "patient-bashing" stories.

UGH....my last post on this thread. You guys have fun with your "bashing".

Uh, we have had a post about just that subject. I posted the link to it in one of my previous posts to this thread if you want to see it.

 

[barkley]

do any schools still do 'take your parents to school day'? i remember these from when i was in elementary school. we had our normal class schedual and the parents that could attend sat next to us to see what the day was realy like (vs. the version we kids related to them). i remember getting a huge kick out of seeing our parents have to raise their hands and ask permission to use the restroom, get all their 'assignments' done in the alloted time, adhere to all the rules and procedures that ensured the classroom functioned well. i remember my mom being so impressed with how the teacher managed to settle us down so quickly and focus our attention right after an insane and active recess

well, speaking of teachers-i must rush off and rescue my kid's teachers from my kids (every friday is minimum day/out at noon for kids and staff-and after a week of dealing with mine and everyone elses kids i want the teachers to reap the benefits of every quiet moment).

 

[m&m's mom]

Uh-oh .

Oh good gosh!
That was childish.
Maybe we should start telling on other parents:
I've got one. Last year my DD's K teacher was called on the carpet because she was "teaching religion" in class. What she actually did was teach the kids a couple of simple yoga moves so they could self calm themselves.
Same teacher was also in the principals office because teacher was "being too hard" on their little darling. This child was physically out of control. He was at my house for my DD's birthday party and almost destroyed it. We moved most of the festivities outside since he was so bad.

 

[ilovepooh]

I also wanted to mention that I don't know if parents realize how much money I put out of my pocket to buy things for them and their children.

I choose to buy prizes for my prize box, cute pencils (the school has the regular yellow ones), character band-aids, stickers, etc.

I also buy the materials for all the children to make gifts for their parents. Thanksgiving, Christmas/Kwanzaa/Hanukkah, Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Mother's Day and Father's Day.

I also buy most of the materials for crafts for the other "special" times of the year: Back-to-School, Halloween, President's Day, 100th Day, Spring, Cinco De Mayo, Flag Day, and any other unit that needs a little project to go with it. The school does supply things like glue and construction paper.

 

[tiggersmom2]

Uh, we have had a post about just that subject. I posted the link to it in one of my previous posts to this thread if you want to see it.

UH....I saw your link and exactly ONE doctor posted a "worst patient" story. Most doctors have more professionalism and class to post deragatory stories on a internet bb about patients. Also, a "worst patient" could be many things - from very sick and made you cry to coding and changing your life. That thread was NOT a "hey, let's bash former patients"

Seriously, this is my last post but felt the need to answer you before leaving. The "parent bashing" says much more about the teachers than the parents to me.

 

[SpecialK]

Not always!!! When I taught upper level, I'd be lucky if I saw parents once a year at the annual parent-teacher conference! You'd be amazed how many parents drop their kids off at the door, don't come into school and avoid having to deal w/anything school related!

Agreed - but you're still seeing their kids every day. That's what I was trying to say, albeit poorly.

 

[Daxx]

I also wanted to mention that I don't know if parents realize how much money I put out of my pocket to buy things for them and their children.

I choose to buy prizes for my prize box, cute pencils (the school has the regular yellow ones), character band-aids, stickers, etc.

I also buy the materials for all the children to make gifts for their parents. Thanksgiving, Christmas/Kwanzaa/Hanukkah, Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Mother's Day and Father's Day.

I also buy most of the materials for crafts for the other "special" times of the year: Back-to-School, Halloween, President's Day, 100th Day, Spring, Cinco De Mayo, Flag Day, and any other unit that needs a little project to go with it. The school does supply things like glue and construction paper.

Thank you!!!! I do the exact same thing. Once, I had *someone* complain that she didn't like the project and that it wasn't cute enough! What?! If she paid for it, I could see her complaining ... but I paid for it and the kids loved it.

 

[noodleknitter]

I also wanted to mention that I don't know if parents realize how much money I put out of my pocket to buy things for them and their children.

I choose to buy prizes for my prize box, cute pencils (the school has the regular yellow ones), character band-aids, stickers, etc.

I also buy the materials for all the children to make gifts for their parents. Thanksgiving, Christmas/Kwanzaa/Hanukkah, Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Mother's Day and Father's Day.

I also buy most of the materials for crafts for the other "special" times of the year: Back-to-School, Halloween, President's Day, 100th Day, Spring, Cinco De Mayo, Flag Day, and any other unit that needs a little project to go with it. The school does supply things like glue and construction paper.

My neighbor (3rd grade) has to take care of all of her supplies, too. She started our neighborhood (which has very few children) collecting stuff when we see it on sale or it is a "give-away." She has the best "surprise-box" in the school. We even added a bunch of sedesma disney pins I purchased by mistake. Of course we live in a small town, and there is, in general, a strong sense of community.

mickeysgal...quit being childish! ...looking for scolding finger emoticon...

 

[Daxx]

The "parent bashing" says much more about the teachers than the parents to me.

Of course, "teacher bashing" says nothing about the parents now, does it!? And, parents bashing teachers is somehow ok!?

 

[peachgirl]

Oh, well isn't that lovely of you. I'm sure this thread will stay so civil and kind.....after all that is your intent. I don't think too highly of ANYONE in a profession that would come on the DIS and invite "bashing" of the very people that keep them in a JOB!

This would be like Doctors share your "patient-bashing" stories.

UGH....my last post on this thread. You guys have fun with your "bashing".

Oh please..I get so sick of hearing the "we pay their salary" garbage. Every job anyone has anywhere is supported by someone. I've seen threads from those working retail about customers, yet customers keep them in a job. There's absolutely no difference whatsover.


Just because a teacher's salary is paid for with taxpayer's money doesn't mean they have to shut up and take whatever garbage is dished out to them. They're entitled to complain just like you or anyone else is.

 

[Dina]

I haven't gotten a chance to read all through these yet, but I wanted to share this one-- its funny.

So, I'm 4 months pregnant with DS#1, we just finished the second quarter/sememster, and it's parent-teacher night(this is high school). So this kid's mom comes up to me and asks if I'm pregnant. I told her I was. She said her son didn't mention it, even though she told him that I looked like I had put on a few pounds. I'm not really surprised as he didn't pay much attention to anything that I said, I just sort of nod my head and say no? Then she said that I "must be having a girl because they say when you are having a girl you lose all of your beauty, because the female baby steals it from the mother"--- my response-- ok, well thanks. Then she told me that she saw the teacher across the hall (he's a real nice guy, but really shouldn't be teaching anymore)-- then she tells me how she told her son about all the pranks she used to pull on this teacher when he taught her. I'm just sitting there looking at her, because is this what she really wants to share with her 9th grade son who is just barely passing his classes?

We had a good laugh in the department office that night about my baby stealing my beauty. The guys in the department thought that was hysterical, and kept bringing it up all year long.

 

[Lisa loves Pooh]

Of course, "teacher bashing" says nothing about the parents now, does it!? And, parents bashing teachers is somehow ok!?

Truthfully--I don't know what threads are being referenced...but here and IRL I have yet to see a parent begin their complaint about something that happened to their child at school with their teacher with..."OKAY, let's unite, it's teacher bashing time".

 

[Evil Queen]

Thank you!!!! I do the exact same thing. Once, I had *someone* complain that she didn't like the project and that it wasn't cute enough! What?! If she paid for it, I could see her complaining ... but I paid for it and the kids loved it.

Reminds me of a couple of the parents that brought their kids into my sisters "Meet the teacher" day. My sis is a 1st grade teacher, she has a "store", where as part of the reward system, kids earn money to shop once a week at her store.

She was telling one parent, any toys that you think you are going to throw out, including kids meals toys, think of me. I'll put them in the store.

I was sitting in the back corner (I was there to help her get ready for the 1st real day of school), and 2 other parents were commenting on how their kids wouldn't be keeping any of the "store" toys because they would probably be junk. I couldn't believe it. Granted, they are not top of line toys, but she only excepts toys in good condition. She takes offers of better toys and such, but most parents don't donate those.

I DID make sure she knew who they were.

I can't help to think on the money she spent to make their first day special. I was the one who put together the "welcome" gifts. Of course, they were extra supplies for the kids, but still how fun it was. Each one got a pencil cup, new pencils, erasers, memo pads, etc.

Wonder how many "welcome" gifts she got?

Due to knowing what teachers do, she set up my DS10's teacher a "welcome" gift (she teaches at the same school he goes to) with stuff she bought on vacation that involved the teacher's favorite football team. I reimbursed her. The teacher really appreciated it.

 

[mom2taylorandemily]

Every parent should be required to spend at least one complete day in their child's classroom, so that the parent could see what each teacher has to deal with on a daily basis. Before I went back to work subbing in the class, I served as a volunteer in my DDs class, I was only in her Kindergarden class for 4 hours every other week and boy was it eye openning for me. I went back to work as a sub 2 years ago, and it is one of the most rewarding jobs I have ever had. I get to work with kids and treat them with respect that some of them never get at home, but I also get to see the teachers perspective on treatment that they receive from the children and parents. I pray that I never become one of those parents who makes a teacher regret his/her decision to teach. Some of you who are bashing teachers on this thread need to try and stand in their shoes for just one day, I bet you'd have a whole different attitude. Yes there are some teachers out there, who are teaching in the wrong area, not everyone is cut out to have difficult students, and there are some who are in Elementary and they should be in high school, but not all teachers deserve the bashing that I have read on here. To those of you who took our thread to unload a little as a personal attack, you need to come and spend a little time in our rooms watching those precious angels you leave in our care for 8 hours a day it might be an eye openning experience for you.

 

[Lisa loves Pooh]

I haven't gotten a chance to read all through these yet, but I wanted to share this one-- its funny.

So, I'm 4 months pregnant with DS#1, we just finished the second quarter/sememster, and it's parent-teacher night(this is high school). So this kid's mom comes up to me and asks if I'm pregnant. I told her I was. She said her son didn't mention it. I'm not really surprised as he didn't pay much attention to anything that I said, I just sort of nod my head and say no? Then she said that I "must be having a girl because they say when you are having a girl you lose all of your beauty, because the female baby steals it from the mother"--- my response-- ok, well thanks. Then she told me that she saw the teacher across the hall (he's a real nice guy, but really shouldn't be teaching anymore, but you can't help but love him)-- then she tells me how she told her son about all the pranks she used to pull on this teacher when he taught her. I'm just sitting there looking at her, because is this what she really wants to share with her 9th grade son who is just barely passing his classes? Obviously not the sharpest tool in the shed.

We had a good laugh in the department office that night about my baby stealing my beauty. The guys in the department thought that was hysterical, and kept bringing it up all year long.

I can't resist--I would have been tempted to ask "really, so how many girls do you have?"

I don't know why anybody thinks it is any of their concern when a women is pregnant. I am shocked that parents actually say this crap concerning your pregnancies. (And i believe what you are saying 100%)

 

[Daxx]

See, now Dina's not parent bashing ... she's telling a story about her experience w/a parent. She didn't name call or say anything mean about the parent. I think we all are being quite good about our stories. We're not naming names, calling parents names, making fun of them or being mean. We're simply sharing stories.

 

[DVC Jen]

I haven't gotten a chance to read all through these yet, but I wanted to share this one-- its funny.

So, I'm 4 months pregnant with DS#1, we just finished the second quarter/sememster, and it's parent-teacher night(this is high school). So this kid's mom comes up to me and asks if I'm pregnant. I told her I was. She said her son didn't mention it, even though she told him that I looked like I had put on a few pounds. I'm not really surprised as he didn't pay much attention to anything that I said, I just sort of nod my head and say no? Then she said that I "must be having a girl because they say when you are having a girl you lose all of your beauty, because the female baby steals it from the mother"--- my response-- ok, well thanks. Then she told me that she saw the teacher across the hall (he's a real nice guy, but really shouldn't be teaching anymore, but you can't help but love him)-- then she tells me how she told her son about all the pranks she used to pull on this teacher when he taught her. I'm just sitting there looking at her, because is this what she really wants to share with her 9th grade son who is just barely passing his classes? Obviously not the sharpest tool in the shed.

We had a good laugh in the department office that night about my baby stealing my beauty. The guys in the department thought that was hysterical, and kept bringing it up all year long.

I am sooo surprised you didn't ask her " so how many daughters do YOU have? Three? Four? Five?"

 

[Dina]

I can't resist--I would have been tempted to ask "really, so how many girls do you have?"

I don't know why anybody thinks it is any of their concern when a women is pregnant. I am shocked that parents actually say this crap concerning your pregnancies. (And i believe what you are saying 100%)

Man, I couldn't have made this story up if I tried hehehe! I had such a hard time not cracking up when she finished telling me that my beauty was gone. I had some of the guys crying that they were laughing so hard at this.

 

[ilovepooh]

Of course, "teacher bashing" says nothing about the parents now, does it!? And, parents bashing teachers is somehow ok!?

I agree. Just because the thread isn't titled "teacher-bashing" doesn't mean the bashing isn't going on inside the thread.

Parents often blame the teacher when their child isn't doing well. There are teachers who need to retire, BUT most of them are VERY hard working and professional.

TiggersMom2-I consider myself a professional. Do you think I'm not just because I'm sharing my experiences in this thread? I'm not bashing parents! I'm just explaining things from my side of the story.

 

[mickeysgal]

Oh good gosh!
That was childish.
Maybe we should start telling on other parents:

Childish? No, just a comment on this inflammatory statement. Nothing more, nothing less. Certainly you have to expect people (on both sides - parents and teachers) to react to the "for every 1 bad teacher there are 10 bad parents" comment.