Anonymous
08/30/2023 08:27
Subject: Are teachers okay to be hugged at school?
Anonymous wrote:I’m just really concerned about being falsely accused or something being misinterpreted. I never initiate hugs. I usually feint into a high five or dap if a kid goes for a hug. In the past decade, I’ve accepted a hug only twice, both times when the parent was present. It is just not worth risking my job (which I need for health insurance) or freedom. I do a lot of verbal praise and certificates instead.
I totally understand this position. You need to protect yourself from any false accusations. Especially if you are a male teacher.
On the other hand, it’s so hard for kids because they are little and most are genuine about their affection and I would say most teachers my kids have had welcome and are OK with hugs.
Anonymous
08/30/2023 07:08
Subject: Are teachers okay to be hugged at school?
I’m just really concerned about being falsely accused or something being misinterpreted. I never initiate hugs. I usually feint into a high five or dap if a kid goes for a hug. In the past decade, I’ve accepted a hug only twice, both times when the parent was present. It is just not worth risking my job (which I need for health insurance) or freedom. I do a lot of verbal praise and certificates instead.
Anonymous
08/27/2023 21:19
Subject: Are teachers okay to be hugged at school?
Anonymous wrote:At that age, no, it's not really ok. You need to teach him boundaries.
You sound really uptight. Get a life.
Anonymous
08/27/2023 16:20
Subject: Are teachers okay to be hugged at school?
I’m a substitute and normal to get hugs from students up to 3rd grade. That’s how I ended up sick for the entire month of December last year.
Anonymous
08/27/2023 15:53
Subject: Are teachers okay to be hugged at school?
I am a HS teacher and love when kids give a hug! For my own kid, I tell him we can ask other people for any H— a hug, handshake, or high five.