ok, so I'm an 8th grader this year and this is the second year I've had this teacher (it's a small school, so we have each teacher twice). but this year, it's hell. mainly because she seems to hate me for some reason. WHATEVER I do, she just looks at me with the angriest face I've seen in my life!
Let me explain that I'm not a loud student, nor am I one of those perky ones either. I am quiet, never disrespect anyone and never EVER have gotten in serious trouble... but I just don't know why she hates me!!
also, I have depression (but don't take counseling for it). When I'm happy in school, yeah, I talk to my friends during class, like any other regular kid, but she ALWAYS gets mad at ME (even if I'm the quietest of 'em all). So, if I try not to talk and isolate myself, depression will be worse.
also, she never pays attention at what I have to say...
what can I do?
2007-10-01 09:37:54 · 8 answers · asked by wallflower 5 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
I'm asking in philosophy because smart people come here :) I'd like good advise, please
2007-10-01 09:38:26 · update #1
First, you must deal with internal problems; ignoring any psychological issues will only aggravate the present situation. You cannot hope to make any progress until then. Second, you must find out if where this perceived anger originates. Remember, teachers are only human and are prone to biases just like anyone else. Have your parents and yourself go to the teacher and inquire; if she is uncooperative, then go to the principal. If that fails to produce any answers, then inform the teacher and the principal that you will go to the school board. You need to take action to settle this issue, you are heading down a very hazardous path. You also must be objective and introspective, perhaps there is an isolated incident that occurred between you and the teacher, and it is festering. Lastly, it sounds like you are very lonely, you need a friend who can be there always to help. Try Jesus. Read Romans chapter 5 and 8. The Bible was written by the one who knows us inside and out, and we can't hide anything from Him. He knows everything about you, even the dirty little secrets, but loves you in spite of it.
2007-10-01 09:54:52 · answer #1 · answered by tigranvp2001 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If you are comfortable doing so, having a chat with the teacher would most likely be the best. Just lay it out like you did for us and ask her what you can do that will show her you are attentive and trying to learn. Sometimes teachers have preferences that have no logical basis and asking her may make her realize she's been unfair.
If this doesn't work then I would ask your parents to talk with her/and or the principal if you don't get results with her.
No one should be dealt with unfairly in school. PS...get some help for your depression, you'll feel better about yourself and less upset when things you can't control happen to you.
2007-10-01 17:24:07 · answer #2 · answered by dasupr 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hey.
I'm sorry about your situation. I am a Math teacher
I think that you should go to the teacher's desk when you have the possibility and ask her if the two of you can chat. Tell her that you have the feeling that she doesn't like you and that you would like to do what exactly you are doing the wrong way. Just open your heart and see what happens. Perhaps counseling is not a bad idea, not because of the depression but so that the two of you can fix things
I wish you luck
Ilusion
2007-10-01 17:49:01 · answer #3 · answered by Ilusion 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do you have an older sibling that caused her trouble in the past? Are you famous for some misdeed in the past? Sometimes, in these little schools, your reputation or name precedes you and some teachers have a hard time seeing you for YOU.
Please get help for your depression. It should NOT be depressing to be a good student and do what you are supposed to be doing in school. In the meantime, just don't talk in her class, do your work, and talk to your parents about her. A little sympathy can go a long way!
Good luck!
2007-10-01 16:48:28 · answer #4 · answered by starrystarrynight 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
How about having a one on one talk with her, and tell her what you just told us and see what comes out of it. If you still feel the same way a week later and nothing changes, you have no choice but to have a parent go to talk to your principal. Hope it works out for you.
2007-10-01 16:49:11 · answer #5 · answered by JannaB 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Not everyone is going to like you, and that is good, because if everyone liked you it would be very time consuming and expensive entertaining them all. The broad may have a bug up her keister about you. Or she may be wildly attracted to you so she is mean so she does not get herself in trouble. Her motivations are none of your business, worry about you, play by the rules, and get the hell out of there when the time comes. Then go back and visit her when you are 25 and she will admit she had a crush on you.
2007-10-01 16:43:29 · answer #6 · answered by Immortal Cordova 6 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Go to The Office and report the problem!
2007-10-01 16:40:55 · answer #7 · answered by Gangsta 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Next time she pulls it, in a fairly loud voice, ask,"What the fµck is your problem?"
Doug
2007-10-01 16:48:52 · answer #8 · answered by doug_donaghue 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋