Every school year since I've been in the hood, I seem to acquire some kind of nickname. My call sign*, if you will, bestowed upon me by my students. Some of the more creative or colorful ones have been Miss Bogus and Stupid Fat-a## White B@$%*. Last week, I received the best one to date. I was teaching a lesson on patriarchal societies. The students were debating whether or not we live in a patriarchal society today. At the end of one of my class periods, the following conversation ensued....
Oreasha: Miss G, you got any kids?
Me: No
Oreasha: You married?
Me: No
Oreasha: You got a man taking care of you?
Me: Nope
Oreasha: So, you could say you are the head of your household right?
Me: Yes, Oreasha. I am the wage earner in my household, I pay all the bills, and I make all the decisions in my home. If something breaks, I have to fix it, or figure out how to get it fixed. If I run out of money, I'm it. I have to figure out a way to earn more to cover my expenses.
Oreasha: Miss G, you're like a single mom without the kids.
Darius: Ya, she's bad. She's Betsy, Betsy Bada##.
Me: (Laughing and shaking my head) Yes, Oreasha, you could say that. That is an interesting perspective. Darius, I am going to correct you on your language, but I can't even pretend to be aggravated with you for that comment....I have to admit, that one was good.
*I secretly imagine that I am an Navy pilot like Goose or Maverick, only I have slightly more derogatory names written on the side of my helmet/plane. Also, it would be slightly more embarrassing for my wing man to yell out my call sign as we high-five before I slide into the cock pit.
6 comments:
ROFLMAO! Man you gotta love those kids HAHAHAHHAAA
As a principal I would have had to say exactly what you did. "I am going to correct you on your language, but I am not going to pretend that I did not find it funny". Sometimes it is so hard to be upset with the things kids say. Great story.
Out of the mouths of babes... You gotta love the honesty. Or the sheer skill involved in determining what would flatter you the most. Either way, it reflects your ability as a teacher. I love the new nickname!
Wow, something new every day at school for you, eh?
I love your "Tales from 'da hood" posts. When, o when, are you going to take them all out for a run? I'd love to hear what they say THEN.
I'm glad I decided to comment, because now I have proof that Nitmos is really a Canadian posing as a Michigonian. "eh?"
Awesome. Bada$$, indeed. :)
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