Haley Williams sat in Dr. Karr’s office, once again, having to explain why she could not get along with her teacher. “I don’t know why she picks on me in front of the class. All I know is that when she starts to yell at me I lose my temper. I’m not even sure what I am supposed to do! It seems like everything I do is wrong according to Ms. Kemp. I know we have talked about getting along and how that would be better for everyone, but Dr. Karr, I just don’t like her and she does not like me. Can’t I be switched to another class?
1) Is Ms. Kemp doing anything that actually contributes to Haley’s poor behavior? Explain your answer.
2) What could one assume about Ms. Kemp’s reprimands if Haley’s behavior has not decreased?
Answers
1. Haley says that Ms. Kemp is screaming at her and embarrassing her in front of everyone. That doesn't sound like Ms. Kemp is doing anything to help her behavior.
2. Ms. Kemps reprimands could be anywhere from just a talking to, to possibly a detention, depending on how bad of a reaction Haley has. The teacher is always the authoritarian figure and should be respected, no matter how much you dislike them. Haley shouldn't have expressed her dislike, and instead went to the counselor to get switched out privately.
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