Last school year, many of you followed our family's bullying saga. Thanks for the cheers. The most challenging part was dealing with an abusive teacher. Never underestimate the power of a few (in our case 2) determined people. We:
• Wrote, called, emailed, and met with anyone and everyone, sometimes several times each.
• Jumped hurdles, scaled walls, and made lateral moves.
• Assembled a team of advisors (educators, therapists, medical doctors, social workers, hate in school & diversity experts, other affected families, and supportive school staff).
• Went over the heads of the unsympathetic.
• Contacted local politicians.
• Persevered.
• Proved that our son was telling the truth.
• Showed our son that we will do anything to protect him no matter the consequences for us.
• Educated the ignorant on what happens when teachers abuse the power in their relationships with students.
• Held the abuser and their superiors accountable.
• Protected our kid.
• Love the tens of thousands of fantastic teachers who sacrifice to pursue their calling. Thank you.
You can do this. You can make a difference if you know there is a problem; address it as often as required, for as long as necessary.
Comments