Tuesday, February 12, 2013

On traditions

Student 1: When are you getting married?
Student 2: Can I be your flower boy? I'll be good, I promise. I'll throw rice at you.
Student 1: Dude, that's really racist.

Today's teaching moment: Don't assume everyone knows or understands "traditions."

Tuesday, February 5, 2013

On technology

Student: Was school hard for you when you were in high school?
Me: Sure.
Student: Oh, right, because you didn't have technology back then.
Me: How old do you think I am?
Student: No, I mean, you didn't have computers yet.
Me: How old do you think I am??