While the evolution of teaching has been apparent since its inception, it should never be dubbed as "an easy occupation" to have. In addition to the countless hours they spend making lesson plans (which are subjected to approval by the guidelines set forth by both the state and national governments), gathering supplies for their students, and encounter challenges such as the memorization of countless names, course materials, they have multiple interactions of parents of said students. Not every family is such a cookie-cutter one. In fact, there is this weird thing about once a child is born, the parents seem to think that they can do no wrong. As the kid goes to school, the same belief holds true. The parent only becomes involved with their child's learning process if the child is challenged to the point that it is not suitable for the parent (and thus make them feel uncomfortable). In turn, the parent goes and yells at the teacher for daring them to challenge their child. In case they forgot, that is what school is supposed to do. It is, I repeat, IT IS A LEARNING ENVIRONMENT!!!
One thing that really bothers me is those individuals who feel that they are entitled to everything and place all of their shortcomings on those that "taught them" or "neglected" them. While Kristin Stewart DOES come to mind, I will not re-live my rant on this poor, pathetic, not-even-a-real-actress-because-she-can't-act person. No, I will not do that (but if you want to know what I said, then look me up in Facebook as that is where I posted it...I was a little upset). Actually, I will bring it up - this "twilight star" decided to blame her former teachers on her short-comings in life. I'll post an excerpt of my rant:
"Furthermore, if anything - you failed yourself and not blame others for your lack of maturity. How stupid! Seriously, Teachers are under-paid and seriously overworked in the country. They deserve more than enough than some stupid, "teachers failed me even though I'm living in Hollywood making movies and doing less-than-acceptable acting because I have no talent..." Gosh, grow the heck up!
By the way, usually if someone can't manage their own load they tend to eliminate one thing.....so "the delicate balancing act of managing school, auditions and cinematic roles" was too much then you should have just stuck with school...even though I'm sure you were not that good at even that some chapter in your life...a disappointment to only yourself and your less-than mediocre lifestyle...again, STFU because Teachers are the best thing for this country!
"They didn't want to do the extra work or put packages together so I could keep up while away. My teachers failed me. not one, but all of them. Escuse me you stupid girl.....YOU ARE SUPPOSE to do the WORK!!!!...if you can't manage it then drop the fricking acting; it's not like you can do that anyway.....they aren't there to wipe your butt too! Maybe if you had of shown up to class you would have been able to DO THE WORK YOURSELF!!! again....STFU and get over yourself! "
Now I'm sorry if I offended anyone, HOWEVER, I do take Education, Foreign Policy and Healthcare, VERY serious and I will defend ANYONE who attacks a teacher and their job. It takes a lot as well as a special person to want to educate the next generations of the world. In addition, I want to be an English teacher. I know I was not an ideal student. With that said, I know how to help mitigate the obstacles many students are facing both inside, and outside, the classroom. As a student of political science, it makes me SOOO MAD that there are politicians who want to eliminate the Department of Education EVEN THOUGH it allowed those politicians who get an education through pell grants and Financial aid. The only thing I will say is this.....my closest friends are teachers, friends who went to school for education, or even friends who are working in the academic environment. One part of my philosophy is NEVER GO AFTER my friends because I will defend them no matter what.
One more thing....if a parent really is so "teachers are the problem" or somehow in that mindset....then please home-school your child and see just how far they will go in life and see how competitive they are. Now I am not saying all home-school is bad and I am not saying that those who are home-schooled are worse citizens; I am simply stating that if you think you can do such a better job at educating your child than a teacher, then please do so - but personally, I feel that a parent will reap what they sow regarding their child's future.
Thank you Tim, for your tireless support of those who really want to make a positive difference - who go to bed worrying about the youth in their charge. Thank you!
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