Carl's Case

What struck me about this case was that the teacher brought Carl home with them. I wonder if this meant that they brought his problems home with them or if they physically brought him home. I will go with the second idea that he actucally went home with the teacher and say that I feel this is a dangerous thing to do. I understand the child was in need however, we have a responsibility as an educator to keep things as professional as possible. I am not sure the correct protocol was implemented in this case and this could create a whole array of problems. This aside, I believe we are going to be confronted by similar situations throughout our career and it is our responsibility to look out for our students. If we can build positive relationships in the classroom more students are likely to inform us of problems they face outside of school. Some may be avoidable and some may not but by having a positive relationship with your students you are far more likely to help in these sitautions. The students have to feel that they can confide in you especially in times of need. I also felt the last sentence about being a teacher of students and not of subjects is a statement about what we do. We not only have to educate the students but we have to do so in a repectful manner, understanding that they all come with their individual needs and differences that have to be addressed.