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Rachel Duesenberry (Red3962)
Junior Member
Username: Red3962
Post Number: 2
Registered: 4-2006
| | Posted on Tuesday, April 04, 2006 - 10:04 am: |       |
I was wondering what to do if you suspect one of your students is taking drugs or sellings drugs in school? Should I approach the student first, the student's parents, or the school principle? |
justine zito (Justine)
Junior Member
Username: Justine
Post Number: 2
Registered: 10-2006
| | Posted on Thursday, October 26, 2006 - 7:53 am: | |
I think that you should approach the student first. if he doesnt take action and take care of his problem then you should defiantly tell the parents. But if the parents don't care about their childs actions then go to the principle. |
Stephanie (Spaine)
Junior Member
Username: Spaine
Post Number: 6
Registered: 9-2006
| | Posted on Friday, October 27, 2006 - 11:20 am: | |
I believe you should talk to the student but don't make an accusation. Try to find out what's going on in his or her life that could give you some clues. If it's definitely a possibility, then your school should have a team set up to make an intervention - if it's use. Our high school has a drug/alcohol counselor. That's who I would talk to first. I wouldn't say you should leave it up to the student if there is a problem, he or she most likely needs some help. Leaving it up to him or her can maybe just create a more secretive use. You and the school need to definitely communicate with the parents. If something tragic happened, you could be liable for not saying anything. |
Michael Hale (Lilmikey)
New member
Username: Lilmikey
Post Number: 1
Registered: 1-2007
| | Posted on Tuesday, January 30, 2007 - 5:57 am: | |
In this particular situation, i would first address the student about the problem that seems to be arising. I agree that a settle approach should be taken with the student when you are trying to get to the root of the problem. Let the student know that you care about their wellbeing, and that you are available to talk to about any problems they may be facing in life. If they are unwilling to accept your advice or seek counseling, i would notify the parents. I think the parents should be informed about the students' problem before any higher authority become involved as this is less intiminating to the student. You do not want the student to become afraid of recieving help, but rather be comfortable with it. |
Emerson Wright (Hatawa)
New member
Username: Hatawa
Post Number: 1
Registered: 2-2007
| | Posted on Thursday, February 08, 2007 - 6:09 am: | |
What type of actions are making you suspicious of contreband activity?
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Louis Folino (Lof8576)
Junior Member
Username: Lof8576
Post Number: 4
Registered: 1-2007
| | Posted on Sunday, February 18, 2007 - 5:22 pm: | |
That depends on the situation. Say you suspect that your average non-confrontational, 'B' student has been smoking some pot due to his frequent blood shot eyes. If you're asking yourself the question of who and where to turn to in this situation then you will likely end up involving others to help solve or address the issue. It is very likely, however, that the most effective and least destructive approach would be a one-to-one, NON-PUBLIC line of communication between you and the student. Give it a shot. If anything you might increase your ability to deal/communicate w/ your students. On the other hand, I'm sure your institution has some S.O.P. for dealing w/ such instances and your inexperienced fumbling about may actually get you into trouble. There are probably a million scenarios for your general question which could all play out a million different ways. Each scenario, however, comes down to what kind of teacher you are and what kind of teacher you would like to become. |
Emerson Wright (Hatawa)
Junior Member
Username: Hatawa
Post Number: 2
Registered: 2-2007
| | Posted on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 - 6:10 am: | |
You should talk with the student, but try to absolutely make sure that what you suspect is true. It would be an awkward situation, if you were wrong and he/she contacted his/her parents. Maybe you should ask your principle or a fellow teacher about your school's policy or advice. |
