OMFG!!! Today in school (science class) I was doing a chemical lab and then my class started talking (me included) and the teacher said "THIS WHOLE TABLE WRITE 50 DEFINITIONS OR DETENTION!" I didn't hear him when he said the detention part..and i asked "or Detention?" and he sent me to the principal. OMG. What is his problem!? He prbbly thought i was questioning his authority or being a smart a$$. What do I do? I dont want to get suspended!!!
2006-10-25 10:34:44 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Just tell the truth. If you try to warp your story to make the situation look unequivocably in your favor, you won't win over the trust of the administration. I might apologize to the teacher also. That way, he'll look upon you more favorably in the future and be much less likely to single you out again.
2006-10-25 10:50:26 · answer #1 · answered by Tiger 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This question does not belong in the Higher Education category since you are clearly in highschool. I suggest you appologize and quietly accept any punishment you are given. I suspect your "or Detention?" was probably full of attitude. You should have just shut your mouth and started writting the 50 definitions. There was no reason for you to do otherwise.
2006-10-25 17:48:20 · answer #2 · answered by Gypsy Girl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A teacher that would get you suspended for that should get fired. I mean it wasn't a big deal. He woke up on the wrong side of the bed and wasn't in a good mood. But still you should go up to him and sort this out. Any teacher would be understanding (I hope) After that just forget about it and continue on with your life.
2006-10-25 17:39:13 · answer #3 · answered by Like a Party In Your Pants! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you hurt yourself. You admitted to not hearing the last part of his statement, and yet you commented on a situation you knew would turn wrong. The statement you made, in itself, showed inattentiveness or rudeness (choice is yours, you said it and only you know what you meant). Take your licks, learn your lesson, and if you want to get angry at someone, take proper aim. The best alternative to suspension is to talk it out, with not only the teacher, but your principle. Don't try to stand up to them, it will only make things worse, be apologetic, state that you will try to avoid such situations in the future, and you are willing to try to resolve any other such miscommunications.
2006-10-25 17:54:09 · answer #4 · answered by benzhowz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This happened in college?
I suspect you posted your question in the wrong area.
Anyway, take your lumps and go to the principal.
Then ask the principal for a chance to talk with both him (or her) and your teacher and explain what happened.
They should allow you your chance to state what happened, from your viewpoint.
2006-10-25 17:44:22 · answer #5 · answered by docscholl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wait.
Why did you post this in higher education? The language and situation obviously puts you at the high school level.
2006-10-25 18:19:15 · answer #6 · answered by Kel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the best thing for you to do is to sincerly apologize to him and try to explain that you were not trying to be a smart *** as u said but that you didnt hear what he said correctly
here's a word of advice....try to be more attentive in class to avoid a repeat performance
hope i helped
=)
2006-10-25 17:39:19 · answer #7 · answered by tammy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would approach him later and clear up the misunderstanding. You should apologize for your part in the talking, but make sure he understands you weren't "talking back". If you do it respectfully, then it will probably win you points for later.
2006-10-25 17:38:42 · answer #8 · answered by hoodoowoman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tell the prinicipal the truth. you admit you wasnt listening & you wanted to know if you had your facts straight. & what kind of school do you go to if they suspend you for going to the principal office? thats soo queer.
2006-10-25 17:38:44 · answer #9 · answered by MiiKEY 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you're not gonna get suspended. detention is the worst you could get.
and why is this in the higher education section? sounds like high school to me.
2006-10-25 17:43:04 · answer #10 · answered by michelle 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋