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Anonymous wrote:Hello everyone! I'm a teacher in my early 20's and I only have a few years of experience in the school system. I teach in Baltimore County and I'm white (it will be relevant in a moment).

There was a substitute teacher today who I spoke with on the playground. She was African American (as in she actually is from Africa). She was telling me about various schools she's worked at, and told me that schools with "a lot of black kids" are bad. She then went on to express (verbatim) that "those black kids are just bad. They just don't want to learn!"

This was a disturbing comment to begin with, and seemed even more unusual because I'm white. Was I expected to make a blatantly racist comment? I just told her "Well, it just matters where you teach." I didn't want to tell her that saying this on a playground full of 1st graders was just wrong; I had no idea how to respond! I was disturbed but didn't want to make a scene in front of all of these children.

What would you have done? Reported her to the office?

I know this comment may stir the pot, but I'm not a troll. This was just a really strange situation!

These are 1st graders, she should not be a teacher! PC or not I, would not want her in front of my child. Who is next? Hispanics, gays , women.


First of all she is not an "African American" if she has just arrived from Africa. Secondly its her opinion that her own race of children don't want to learn and they are "bad". Those who are suggesting that you report her to the principal are members of the Thought Police who cannot stand anyone that is not politically correct.

The truth is that there are many schools full of black children who are out of control and idealistic young white teachers leave within a year or two because they cannot maintain control. God forbid that they bring that up.

So since those who oppose her are just "the Thought Police," let me ask you -- would it be okay with you if she got up in front of kids and talked about Socialism and the benefits of living under Communism? It's just her opinion, right?

If you read the original post it was a private conversation between two adults. It had nothing to do with standing up "in front of kids". Teaching in a classroom is not protected speech. A private conversation is protected. This conversation was accurate but no one here would dare admit it.

OP subsequently clarified that there were kids all around.

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Anonymous wrote:Hello everyone! I'm a teacher in my early 20's and I only have a few years of experience in the school system. I teach in Baltimore County and I'm white (it will be relevant in a moment).

There was a substitute teacher today who I spoke with on the playground. She was African American (as in she actually is from Africa). She was telling me about various schools she's worked at, and told me that schools with "a lot of black kids" are bad. She then went on to express (verbatim) that "those black kids are just bad. They just don't want to learn!"

This was a disturbing comment to begin with, and seemed even more unusual because I'm white. Was I expected to make a blatantly racist comment? I just told her "Well, it just matters where you teach." I didn't want to tell her that saying this on a playground full of 1st graders was just wrong; I had no idea how to respond! I was disturbed but didn't want to make a scene in front of all of these children.

What would you have done? Reported her to the office?

I know this comment may stir the pot, but I'm not a troll. This was just a really strange situation!

These are 1st graders, she should not be a teacher! PC or not I, would not want her in front of my child. Who is next? Hispanics, gays , women.


First of all she is not an "African American" if she has just arrived from Africa. Secondly its her opinion that her own race of children don't want to learn and they are "bad". Those who are suggesting that you report her to the principal are members of the Thought Police who cannot stand anyone that is not politically correct.

The truth is that there are many schools full of black children who are out of control and idealistic young white teachers leave within a year or two because they cannot maintain control. God forbid that they bring that up.

So since those who oppose her are just "the Thought Police," let me ask you -- would it be okay with you if she got up in front of kids and talked about Socialism and the benefits of living under Communism? It's just her opinion, right?

If you read the original post it was a private conversation between two adults. It had nothing to do with standing up "in front of kids". Teaching in a classroom is not protected speech. A private conversation is protected. This conversation was accurate but no one here would dare admit it.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hello everyone! I'm a teacher in my early 20's and I only have a few years of experience in the school system. I teach in Baltimore County and I'm white (it will be relevant in a moment).

There was a substitute teacher today who I spoke with on the playground. She was African American (as in she actually is from Africa). She was telling me about various schools she's worked at, and told me that schools with "a lot of black kids" are bad. She then went on to express (verbatim) that "those black kids are just bad. They just don't want to learn!"

This was a disturbing comment to begin with, and seemed even more unusual because I'm white. Was I expected to make a blatantly racist comment? I just told her "Well, it just matters where you teach." I didn't want to tell her that saying this on a playground full of 1st graders was just wrong; I had no idea how to respond! I was disturbed but didn't want to make a scene in front of all of these children.

What would you have done? Reported her to the office?

I know this comment may stir the pot, but I'm not a troll. This was just a really strange situation!

These are 1st graders, she should not be a teacher! PC or not I, would not want her in front of my child. Who is next? Hispanics, gays , women.


First of all she is not an "African American" if she has just arrived from Africa. Secondly its her opinion that her own race of children don't want to learn and they are "bad". Those who are suggesting that you report her to the principal are members of the Thought Police who cannot stand anyone that is not politically correct.

The truth is that there are many schools full of black children who are out of control and idealistic young white teachers leave within a year or two because they cannot maintain control. God forbid that they bring that up.

Would have been okay for you if the teacher had said, "I just don't understand why all these white kids like to bring guns to school and shoot in Columbine fashion". Do you think that is acceptable and should be reported. Or, is it free speach.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hello everyone! I'm a teacher in my early 20's and I only have a few years of experience in the school system. I teach in Baltimore County and I'm white (it will be relevant in a moment).

There was a substitute teacher today who I spoke with on the playground. She was African American (as in she actually is from Africa). She was telling me about various schools she's worked at, and told me that schools with "a lot of black kids" are bad. She then went on to express (verbatim) that "those black kids are just bad. They just don't want to learn!"

This was a disturbing comment to begin with, and seemed even more unusual because I'm white. Was I expected to make a blatantly racist comment? I just told her "Well, it just matters where you teach." I didn't want to tell her that saying this on a playground full of 1st graders was just wrong; I had no idea how to respond! I was disturbed but didn't want to make a scene in front of all of these children.

What would you have done? Reported her to the office?

I know this comment may stir the pot, but I'm not a troll. This was just a really strange situation!

These are 1st graders, she should not be a teacher! PC or not I, would not want her in front of my child. Who is next? Hispanics, gays , women.


First of all she is not an "African American" if she has just arrived from Africa. Secondly its her opinion that her own race of children don't want to learn and they are "bad". Those who are suggesting that you report her to the principal are members of the Thought Police who cannot stand anyone that is not politically correct.

The truth is that there are many schools full of black children who are out of control and idealistic young white teachers leave within a year or two because they cannot maintain control. God forbid that they bring that up.

So since those who oppose her are just "the Thought Police," let me ask you -- would it be okay with you if she got up in front of kids and talked about Socialism and the benefits of living under Communism? It's just her opinion, right?

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hello everyone! I'm a teacher in my early 20's and I only have a few years of experience in the school system. I teach in Baltimore County and I'm white (it will be relevant in a moment).

There was a substitute teacher today who I spoke with on the playground. She was African American (as in she actually is from Africa). She was telling me about various schools she's worked at, and told me that schools with "a lot of black kids" are bad. She then went on to express (verbatim) that "those black kids are just bad. They just don't want to learn!"

This was a disturbing comment to begin with, and seemed even more unusual because I'm white. Was I expected to make a blatantly racist comment? I just told her "Well, it just matters where you teach." I didn't want to tell her that saying this on a playground full of 1st graders was just wrong; I had no idea how to respond! I was disturbed but didn't want to make a scene in front of all of these children.

What would you have done? Reported her to the office?

I know this comment may stir the pot, but I'm not a troll. This was just a really strange situation!

These are 1st graders, she should not be a teacher! PC or not I, would not want her in front of my child. Who is next? Hispanics, gays , women.


First of all she is not an "African American" if she has just arrived from Africa. Secondly its her opinion that her own race of children don't want to learn and they are "bad". Those who are suggesting that you report her to the principal are members of the Thought Police who cannot stand anyone that is not politically correct.

The truth is that there are many schools full of black children who are out of control and idealistic young white teachers leave within a year or two because they cannot maintain control. God forbid that they bring that up.

Anonymous wrote:Hello everyone! I'm a teacher in my early 20's and I only have a few years of experience in the school system. I teach in Baltimore County and I'm white (it will be relevant in a moment).

There was a substitute teacher today who I spoke with on the playground. She was African American (as in she actually is from Africa). She was telling me about various schools she's worked at, and told me that schools with "a lot of black kids" are bad. She then went on to express (verbatim) that "those black kids are just bad. They just don't want to learn!"

This was a disturbing comment to begin with, and seemed even more unusual because I'm white. Was I expected to make a blatantly racist comment? I just told her "Well, it just matters where you teach." I didn't want to tell her that saying this on a playground full of 1st graders was just wrong; I had no idea how to respond! I was disturbed but didn't want to make a scene in front of all of these children.

What would you have done? Reported her to the office?

I know this comment may stir the pot, but I'm not a troll. This was just a really strange situation!

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hello everyone! I'm a teacher in my early 20's and I only have a few years of experience in the school system. I teach in Baltimore County and I'm white (it will be relevant in a moment).

There was a substitute teacher today who I spoke with on the playground. She was African American (as in she actually is from Africa). She was telling me about various schools she's worked at, and told me that schools with "a lot of black kids" are bad. She then went on to express (verbatim) that "those black kids are just bad. They just don't want to learn!"

This was a disturbing comment to begin with, and seemed even more unusual because I'm white. Was I expected to make a blatantly racist comment? I just told her "Well, it just matters where you teach." I didn't want to tell her that saying this on a playground full of 1st graders was just wrong; I had no idea how to respond! I was disturbed but didn't want to make a scene in front of all of these children.

What would you have done? Reported her to the office?

I know this comment may stir the pot, but I'm not a troll. This was just a really strange situation!

These are 1st graders, she should not be a teacher! PC or not I, would not want her in front of my child. Who is next? Hispanics, gays , women.


First of all she is not an "African American" if she has just arrived from Africa. Secondly its her opinion that her own race of children don't want to learn and they are "bad". Those who are suggesting that you report her to the principal are members of the Thought Police who cannot stand anyone that is not politically correct.

The truth is that there are many schools full of black children who are out of control and idealistic young white teachers leave within a year or two because they cannot maintain control. God forbid that they bring that up.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hello everyone! I'm a teacher in my early 20's and I only have a few years of experience in the school system. I teach in Baltimore County and I'm white (it will be relevant in a moment).

There was a substitute teacher today who I spoke with on the playground. She was African American (as in she actually is from Africa). She was telling me about various schools she's worked at, and told me that schools with "a lot of black kids" are bad. She then went on to express (verbatim) that "those black kids are just bad. They just don't want to learn!"

This was a disturbing comment to begin with, and seemed even more unusual because I'm white. Was I expected to make a blatantly racist comment? I just told her "Well, it just matters where you teach." I didn't want to tell her that saying this on a playground full of 1st graders was just wrong; I had no idea how to respond! I was disturbed but didn't want to make a scene in front of all of these children.

What would you have done? Reported her to the office?

I know this comment may stir the pot, but I'm not a troll. This was just a really strange situation!

These are 1st graders, she should not be a teacher! PC or not I, would not want her in front of my child. Who is next? Hispanics, gays , women.


First of all she is not an "African American" if she has just arrived from Africa. Secondly its her opinion that her own race of children don't want to learn and they are "bad". Those who are suggesting that you report her to the principal are members of the Thought Police who cannot stand anyone that is not politically correct.

The truth is that there are many schools full of black children who are out of control and idealistic young white teachers leave within a year or two because they cannot maintain control. God forbid that they bring that up.

Anonymous wrote:Employment lawyer here

OP, can't you see that this is actually breaking the law? Discrimination laws protect our children, just like laws against touching them inappropriately, just like endangering their health and their safety. In fact, you have an obligation to report this. Doesn't your school have a no discrimination policy? Doesn't that policy in fact REQUIRE you to report this to the administration?

If another person (like a parent) reports this to the administration and it is found out you did nothing but stand there and listen, you very likely will be fired, suspended or otherwise disciplined. Your conduct and the fact you did nothing are exposing the school district to a massive law suit.

I would protect yourself and report this immediately. Send an email, talk to your supervisor, do whatever you have to do. If nothing else, do it to protect your own job.

Anonymous wrote:Hello everyone! I'm a teacher in my early 20's and I only have a few years of experience in the school system. I teach in Baltimore County and I'm white (it will be relevant in a moment).

There was a substitute teacher today who I spoke with on the playground. She was African American (as in she actually is from Africa). She was telling me about various schools she's worked at, and told me that schools with "a lot of black kids" are bad. She then went on to express (verbatim) that "those black kids are just bad. They just don't want to learn!"

This was a disturbing comment to begin with, and seemed even more unusual because I'm white. Was I expected to make a blatantly racist comment? I just told her "Well, it just matters where you teach." I didn't want to tell her that saying this on a playground full of 1st graders was just wrong; I had no idea how to respond! I was disturbed but didn't want to make a scene in front of all of these children.

What would you have done? Reported her to the office?

I know this comment may stir the pot, but I'm not a troll. This was just a really strange situation!

Anonymous wrote:Employment lawyer here

OP, can't you see that this is actually breaking the law? Discrimination laws protect our children, just like laws against touching them inappropriately, just like endangering their health and their safety. In fact, you have an obligation to report this. Doesn't your school have a no discrimination policy? Doesn't that policy in fact REQUIRE you to report this to the administration?

If another person (like a parent) reports this to the administration and it is found out you did nothing but stand there and listen, you very likely will be fired, suspended or otherwise disciplined. Your conduct and the fact you did nothing are exposing the school district to a massive law suit.

I would protect yourself and report this immediately. Send an email, talk to your supervisor, do whatever you have to do. If nothing else, do it to protect your own job.