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letting children learn in their own ways

I've been teaching a sewing camp. Today, for the first time, I had a girl sew through her finger with the machine. Not the end of the world, but a little gory. One of the admin I had to report it to was so bitchy about this little girl. Being young and clumsy once, it hurt to listen to an adult talk so meanly behind a child's back. Let alone one who is earnestly putting the work into her passions. She's not giving up either, I'll see her back at the machine tomorrow. Kids learn so differently and at such different paces. Some adults will just never understand that. What I don't understand is why those adults are working in our schools.

@haileyd4wn

Jul 17, 2025

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@buttaflibabi

adults like that crave having power over someone/thing. they are grossss. keep up the good, encouraging work

Jul 17, 2025

@haileyd4wn

@BUTTAFLIBABI it’s so sick and twisted. thank you tho, I’m trying!!!

Jul 17, 2025

@taterhole

:( man that’s so sad

Jul 17, 2025

@haileyd4wn

@TATERHOLE I know, I left the school feeling so weird about it :(

Jul 17, 2025

@chronicwebuser

idk if your question is rhetorical or not — but i think i have an answer. after working in corporate and in education as a teacher, my understanding is that our world prioritizes comfort over accountability. and unfortunately a lot of people never face or have to deal with the consequences of their actions. and it’s often rewarded. our systems are literally built on this principle. they’re also incredibly ableist. this is why those teachers are there. you can’t change those people, but you can crack the door to let some light in by asking non-judgmental questions when they say some crazy shit. if you can throw some shade, you can ask really good questions that will make people think!! remember that these people are honestly at their core, emotionally stunted. and whenever you get the chance, always gas the students up!!! they can use all the love you can give em!

Jul 17, 2025

@haileyd4wn

@CHRONICWEBUSER this is insightful!!! I won’t be so caught off guard next time so I can really advocate for the kids better

Jul 17, 2025

@chronicwebuser

@HAILEYD4WN yay i’m glad :) a good Q is, “would you judge a fish for not being able to climb a tree?” i‘m serious about gassin the kids up though, always tell them they’re doing so much better than they can imagine and to never give up ♥♥♥

Jul 17, 2025

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