On February 23, 2023, 17-year-old high school student Brandon Depa brutally attacked paraprofessional Joan Naydich after she took away his Nintendo Switch game. The beating was caught on school surveillance footage and released, which went viral and drew national attention. He was charged with aggravated assault, and since the victim is a school employee, he faces 30 years in prison.
Jane Morris, Queen of Commiseration
Jane Morris is the pen name of an ex-teacher who would really like to tell you more about herself but is worried awful administrators will come after her for spilling their dirty little secrets. Jane has taught English for over 15 years in a major American city. She received her B.A. in English and Secondary Education from a well-known university and her M.A. in Writing and Literature from an even fancier (and more expensive) university. As a professional queen of commiseration turned published author, Jane’s foremost passion in life is to make people laugh through the tears.
She has written several highly acclaimed books unpacking the reality of teaching and life inside the school system. You can view her full library of works here.
Believe it or not, Teacher Appreciation Week is not a time that most teachers look forward to. In fact, I’d be willing to bet that most teachers wouldn’t mind if it would go away completely.
According to various news sources, police in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, have confirmed that a student bitten off a teacher’s thumb last Thursday, April 18th, 2024.
You’ve heard of helicopter parents but do you really know how extreme their behavior can get? Brace yourselves, dear readers, for we are about to embark on an absurd expedition into the irritating realm of helicopter parents! If
We hear about teachers being assaulted by students on a regular basis. We also hear about those students receiving little to no consequences for this behavior. But when a video of the assault goes viral, and we get to see the violence ourselves, it is truly shocking.
Former Richneck Elementary School assistant principal Ebony Parker was charged with eight counts of felony child abuse and neglect in the wake of a 2023 shooting. This is a particularly significant finding as the administration is rarely held liable for incidents of this magnitude, despite teachers’ desperate pleas for help.
Republican lawmakers advanced a bill on April 9th that would allow some teachers to carry concealed guns at school. This comes almost a year to the day that a shooting occurred at a private school in Nashville, Tennessee, killing three adults and three children.
As we navigate through these well-known teaching quotes, we will confront the quotes that have sparked controversy, perpetuated harmful stereotypes, or simply missed the mark in capturing the essence of effective teaching. Join us as we embark on a journey to uncover the treasures and absurdities hidden within the realm of teaching quotes.
Comments on student writing can be one of the most tedious, frustrating parts of being a teacher. You find yourself writing the same few things repeatedly, and even though there’s probably a rubric that gives substantial feedback, students and parents still expect additional comments that are more tailored to them. Feedback on writing can be …
Whether for college applications, scholarships, or employment opportunities, a well-crafted recommendation letter can make all the difference in helping students stand out from the crowd.
Whether it’s a spectacular success or a terrible mess, one thing’s for sure: school fundraisers always provide some unforgettable moments and plenty of material discussions at future reunions.
A kindergarten teacher explains why even though it broke her heart, she had to leave mid-year.