Zero tolerance

[Ishoutandscream2]

Subbed today in a ninth grade classroom. Say what you want, but I really enjoy the experience. I rarely have problems in the outstanding district I sub for. But today was a really teachable moment for a remedial math class.

It was a bit rowdy, but I had a handle on it. A rule for me is to not over react. However, I laid the hammer down on a young man who referred to two boys in class as "butt buddies".

I raised my voice and told him and the rest of the class that this was unacceptable. As a teaching moment, I mentioned a cousin I love dearly and several other friends as being gay, and that he, too, probably has acquaintances that are gay as well.

The class then quieted down. I hope it hit a mark. They at least know there's one person out there who won't tolerate such remarks.

[pipoman]

1. Zero tolerance and mandatory minimum sentencing

Are some of the most unjust, and just plain stupid policies in society.

That said, in your context it sounds like you took control of the class and made a point.

[johnp3907]

2. Good job!

I hate it when people let things like that slide.