If Shakespeare taught Jr high students…how would he have dealt with this issue? 6th graders…who seem to always have the urge to go to the restroom in your class. And while I understand the nature of bodily functions, there is a phenomena that bewilders me. It is when one student asks to go to the restroom which in turn, triggers a deluge of weak bladders within a 30 foot radius.
Then one student after another feels the urge to raise their hand and request a pass to go. I find this to be frustrating; as I do not want to be an Ogre and cause a child to be publicly humiliated should they not be able to control certain urges. But sooner or later, a line has to be drawn, a rule established, guidelines set in place, and then reinforced.
I think I may have come up with a solution that even dear old William would be proud of. Which leads me to share a recent sign that was posted outside my classroom door. So far, the kids seem rather intrigued with the sign; some having no clue what it means. Ah…teaching….
2P
or NOT
2P
Decide NOW
B4
U Come N2
My Classroom !