I went to a Christian school in Pre-K through the 8th grade.
In the 2nd grade, my now step-mother came into the picture. She wanted me to be taken out of that school, so that I may come up with my opinions by myself, and not to have it shoved down my throat.
Well, she went to go talk to my teacher about how she felt.
What was my teacher's response?
"Oh don't worry, by the time she is in high school, she'll be brainwashed anyway."
That comment really bugs me, is that the way that Christians are? Brain-washing their children into believing everything that the bible says so that they don't know anybetter?
I'm thinking about going to talk to her about it, but I'm still really close with everybody from that school (I'm a freshman now), and I don't want them to all be mad at me. What should I do?
2006-12-04 05:41:30 · 8 answers · asked by SydneyS 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I am not sure how your teacher meant that to be understood by your step-mother but I do agree that it was an unwise statement for her to make at any time to a parent about her child. I would have been horrifed as a parent as to what my child was being taught and how, each day he went to school.
I want to feel she was joking but it is not funny, really. Brainwash is a strong term.
Since you still feel the sting of it, why not approach her and discuss the matter intelligently, as you now can express your thoughts in a manner which would cause her to rethink how her remark made you feel, even as a small child.
It is of no importance what others may think of you should you gather the strength to speak with your old teacher. Do what you feel you have to do but, do it with maturity and keep an open mind - she may not be of that same opinion today.
You see, this is your life and you have to live it as comfortably as you can and you should not base what you do and how you do it on what old mates might think is alright. What do you want? If they become mad at you, then they are welcome to their own thoughts but you have to live with yours 24 hours per day for the rest of your life. Would you rather harbor illwill toward your teacher because you were afraid to do what is bugging the life out of you on the supposition that someone else, who is not affected may not like you anymore?
Do what makes you feel better. Talk to your teacher. And, whatever the outcome, forgive her!
2006-12-04 06:00:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would think someone surrounded by children would be more optimistic of the future.
If you run into your former teacher and want to address this problem, first ask her to clarify what she meant. It might not be religious, she may just believe that most of children and adults know is formed in the first 10 years, A good rule of thumb is always give the other side the benefit of the doubt. Be respectful.
Also note everyone has had a bad teacher, I'm just happy that I've had more good teachers than bad.
2006-12-04 05:52:47 · answer #2 · answered by Just Wondering 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would hope that not all christians were like your teacher but it is a terrible thing to say anyway. I can't tell you what to do but if I was in your position I would definitely say something. I wouldn't want other children to be brainwashed and feel as bad as you feel now. Maybe the christians are right, maybe they aren't but IF they are right then surely brainwashing is unnecessary.
2006-12-04 05:46:54 · answer #3 · answered by Olly Octopus 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Was she talking about the christian school brainwashing you? or a public school your mother wanted to transfer you to? If she was talking about a christian brainwashing, she spoke in a very silly, ignorant way.
Yes, take it up with her by all means. Just ask her if she really said and meant that. She may not even remember the conversation (she's not the one who was shocked). But you can ask her if that's what she believes.
But remember: We all say some pretty stupid things at times. (Right, you can tell me: "Speak for yourself!" - I'm speaking for myself. Ask my kids.)
2006-12-04 05:47:38 · answer #4 · answered by Mr Ed 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
LOL thats funny. sadly its true. i went to christian school k-11th. i left my senior year, due to the fact christian school didnt have any optional classes other then band, choir, and pe. wonder what kind of job i can get with those being my only classes to show for it. i work at a christian daycare, and its sad to see how much they force religion on children, even 3 yr olds they shove down their throat, 3 yr olds dont have any concept of god nor do the comprehend what your trying to teach them...
2006-12-04 05:45:00 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i like your step mom's attitude. besides that is a ridiculous response from an educator about anything. you should always talk about things with the person involved, the people you are close to will respect and like you for it.
2006-12-04 05:50:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a christian brought up in the Church I believe that is responsibility of the parent to expose the child to religion to bring them up in it and after they are old enough, allow them the space and freedom to discover and believe on their own.
2006-12-04 05:46:43 · answer #7 · answered by Leah 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
you must do what you believe in your heart is the right thing to do. we must all do this or we will all fail in our duties to all of mankind. good luck
2006-12-04 06:05:29 · answer #8 · answered by Marvin R 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋