On the Finer Points of Discussion....

Me: "So, which choices does Tally make that show her immaturity?"

Collin: "She sneaks out of Uglyville."

Me: "And that proves she's immature because..."

Collin: "Because she sneaks out of Uglyville."

Me: "Oh, I understand much better now."




(when questioned on why he's not writing notes down)

Mark: "What if we know it in our head?"

Me: "I don't trust your head--your head's a spaghetti strainer for all I know."

Mark: "I trust your head."

Me: "Well, I trust my head, too."



Me: "What do you say if you hear a 5th or 6th grader saying something mean about themselves or another person in the hallway? Do you ever stop them?"

Clay: "No."

(general student agreement)

Me: "Well, not to preach to you all, but that's where you can really make a difference in the way someone feels. (growing into a passionate speech) You never know how much you can change someone's---"

(bell rings"

Me: (shouting now) "someone's feelings! Just remember that when you walk down the halls...(students walking out)....ok no one's listening. Good talk, guys! Nice talking to you, too. Bye."