Re: Teacher on cell phone in library

["Paciotti, Barbara" <paciottib@CFBISD.EDU>]

The problem is not cell phones, but teacher behavior. Passing a blanket rule
about cell phones which affects everyone, possibly adversely, is not the
solution.

The solution to rude and insensitive behavior by a teacher is the same
solution you use with a rude and insensitive child--explain the behavior,
why it was wrong, and that it shouldn't happen again.

I would explain to the principal that personal phone conversations in the
library when students are working is extremely distracting and perhaps the
principal can discuss with faculty the issue of respect for the library and
students working in it. Then you can exercise authority in your "classroom,"
whether teacher on a cell phone or disruptive student.

BrP
Barbara Paciotti, The Library Teacher
Barbara Bush Middle School

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