October 20, 2014
My Mama Bear


Dr. Laura, 

Recently, you had a call about a student whose teacher embarrassed her and how to handle the situation. Hearing your answer reminded me of a personal story and how my own mother handled a similar situation more than 25 years ago. 

I was in History class and answered a question incorrectly. I must have had a puzzled look on my face because the teacher responded with, "Don't give me that innocent look; we all know you aren't that innocent." For the record I was THAT innocent. Before becoming a mother, my mom was a teacher and was wildly active in her children's educational activities. She knew many teachers and administrators. Immediately after class, I went to my Vice Principal's office and called Mom, who came rolling in like thunder. My mother confronted the teacher who looked at me and apologized. My mother said, "NO, NO....you embarrassed her in front of her class, you'll apologize to her in front of her class." At the time, I was a bit mortified at the prospect of re-addressing the whole thing. But, your words to that caller that the teacher needed to apologize to her daughter in front of the class has made me appreciate my mama bear all the more. 

Thank you for standing behind all mama bears! 

Heather


Posted by Staff at 10:57 AM