I sorta started crying in front of my teacher...?

Question

I really suck at math. It just doesn't stick with me. Also, my teacher is a really strict person. There doesn't seem to be a nice thing about her.

Today she was yelling at me for not getting an assignment done on time. (We needed to use those stupid $80 TI calculators and I don't have enough money to buy one so I need to use the schools during class. So basically if there's homework, there's no way I can get it done.)

I don't know why but I kinda get emotional sometimes, especially when I'm frustrated. No matter how much I tried to stop them, these stupid tears of frustration starting coming out. I was so embarressed because then she tried telling me that I shouldn't be crying because as she put it 'this is tough love'. -_-

Now I have to go see here later today and I really don't think I can face her. I've already been avoiding her in the halls. I feel like crap now and I'm afraid I'm going to start crying in one of my other classes or when I see her again. What can I do? T_T

Answer 1

I know how you feel. When you don't have the tools at home to practice the stuff they teach in school, it is a lot harder to learn. Math is hard for a lot of people. I think that I cried over math (an other subjects) several time. When I was in college, a girl started crying in chemistry class because she just didn't understand what the teacher was talking about. It was just before spring break, he was going through something very fast and nobody really understood what he was talking about.

As far as your situation, you really have to face your teacher. Hopefully, it will be just the two of you there. You shouldn't worry about crying in front of your teacher. I think Math teachers make a lot of people cry. It is OK to avoid her before the meeting, you probably don't want to start crying in front of other people. But, when you have to face her, don't worry about crying. Explain your situation with the calculator and your frustration with the class. Don't tell her that you think she is too strict. Just try to focus on the problem (your not getting the work done and not understanding the subject matter) and how the problem can be solved (she lets you come to her classroom after school to use the calculators to get your work done).

Answer 2

Be honest here - you're making excuses. Not very good ones at that. And your teacher has called you on them. Good for her, frankly.

You needed to use a particular brand of calculator costing $80? And unless you, personally, own one, it's impossible for you to do the work? Gee, I wonder how mathematicians existed before that brand of calculator was developed?

It's time you stopped making excuses. Borrow a friend's calculator and do the homework at lunchtime. Borrow it overnight, if there's more than one day between the work being set and handing it in.

And you're what, in high school, and not particularly good at maths? I got through A level maths and further maths, a physics degree, and an MSc in applied maths. I've never owned or used a calculator costing more than about $30. What, precisely, do you need it for beyond trig functions and square roots? Graphing? You have access to a computer - go to a graphing website! Google brings up hundreds.

You feel like crap because, basically, you know full well that you've been slacking off. You need to get your act together. The only person who will suffer for it if you don't is you.

Answer 3

Sweet-Heart you get one chance at Your Education and if she is not helping you, then she needs to be reported. I am sick of Teachers sitting on their *** not helping these kids that are struggling and they know they are and they don't care. she should do everything in her power to get you the help you need. Tell your Parents you need a Parent/Teacher conference and Get the Attention you need Sweetie. It's important and Don't feel embarrassed about Crying. You have a right to Cry! I know it's hard and it is embarrassing in front of other students-but you must care or you wouldn't be so emotional. I wish I could be your parent for just a little while and I would go to this Teacher and tell her to Get off her A** and help my Child or I would go to the Guidance Counselor and talk with them and the Principle if I had to. You Deserve The Best You Can possibly Get out of your Education so Don't let No One Stop You. Get Some one to Listen to you. You Education is the most important thing in your life right now and you don't want to end up in a Stupid Job-killing yourself and not making any money,Sweetie listen to me and Get Someone's Attention even if you have to Cry! I know it seems embarrassing now-but tell this Teacher you need extra Help and you have the Right To Demand It. Our taxes pay for your Education and I want my Tax Money Doing it's Job for Our Young People. Please, Please, go after What is important and Don't let this So Callled Teacher Cause you to give Up! E-Mail me if you want- I wanna hear Great things coming from you. Don't be afraid to Ask for what you Need! This makes me so mad because there are so many Kids Just like you that Need the help and ARE Being ignored. I am tired of this and Be the One to Stand Up For all the Kids that won't and Demand- something Better from these Teachers! Don't avoid her-Look her straight in the Eyes and tell her this is important to you and You are Needing Help and you Demand it. PLease! Much Luv your way Sweetie! Have Courage!You'll Definitely be in my thoughts for sure!

Answer 4

It sounds like your teacher is feeling bad for making you cry. She probably wants to try and work something out so that you can succeed in the class.Try not to be so stressed and approach the meeting with an open mind. It might be that the teacher can help you with the calculator problem if you explain it to her. She also might be relieved if you explain that you cry sometimes when you're frustrated and she wasn't making you feel worthless, just frustrated. (btw, I do the same thing sometimes. I know how you feel. It's annoying and I think it makes it harder for people to take you seriously. But it's just another thing that has to be lived through, I think.)

Answer 5

I used to do the same thing when I was younger. It's just hormones. You're body is changing. I promise it will get better.

Don't be afraid to cry in front of her. Sounds like she's a real b#@+*!!! Maybe you'll soften her up a little with some tears.

As for the calculator, try pawn shops!!!! Call around first. Maybe you'll get lucky especially since college classes are ending and those students want some extra money.
Good luck!

Answer 6

just be honest with her and let her know its not because your not trying it is just because you don't have one of the calculators... tell you you don't have the money for one and just be honest with her, she is an adult, she should understand, ask her if you may sign one out to do your homework when you need it, because that's the only way you can get it done. I think she will understand, and if not, then go and talk to your principal about her... Because they should let you borrow those if it is public school if it is necessary for your homework, not every public school kid has the means to buy such expensive calculators for school! Get to the bottom of this, and don't feel bad about crying, I do the same thing when I get really frustrated and you have a good reason. School and mean thoughtless teachers can make you very stressed.

Answer 7

The same thing happened to me. Except i was late arriving to class because i had been down at the office talking to one of my counselors, when i got back to class to grab my stuff to get on with the next class, my teacher started lecturing me right infront of the class and sure enough i started crying. Standing in the front of the room with everyone watching you sure is embarrassing at the time! It's nothing to be ashamed of because everyone knows someone or has done it before in their life.
You could try talking to your principle or counselor and telling them what happened. Maybe you can switch to a new teacher. If not ask to have your parents get involved and have a sit down conference with them, so you'll feel more comfortable talking to her.
I wish you the best of luck!!!

Answer 8

I'm really sorry your teacher didn't show more compassion. My advice is to face your teacher this afternoon with openness and honesty. Tell her that you get very emotional when you're upset and frustrated. THEN, explain to her the situation with the calculator. Maybe she'll let you check one out to complete your homework. Also, you might need to make arrangements for tutoring if you struggle with math.

If this does not work, I suggest you and your parent(s) arrange a meeting with the principal. You need someone to advocate for you right now.

Answer 9

I'm exactly the same. I cried in front of a LOT of teacher before I left school, but I just had to get over it. There are a lot of people who cry under stress, so I'm sure it's not the first time she's seen it happen, and doubt she'll treat you really differently (like baby you or anything).

Answer 10

I think that you should explain to her your situation. Just tell her, "Miss __, I know that it seems like I am lazy, but I really am not. I am having a difficult time finishing assignments in school. I really want to take them home and do them, but I do not have a graphic calculator. I really want to buy one but my parents and I are extremely poor. Is there any chance that I can borrow your calculator so that I can take assignments home? I really believe that if you gave me a chance that I will do better in this class."

Just tell her something like this. Be sure to be honest and respectful when you tell her this. If she still treats you like this after you have told her your situation, you should talk to your school counselor about this situation and how you told your teacher but she still has not helped you.

Good luck!