Re: Senior Prank from the class of '04(k) - one more

[Mary Hickey <smmccp6@COX.NET>]

We seem to be of two minds when it comes to practical
jokes. We either put up with them, or we hate them.

I have no tolerance for pranks that cause other people
trouble; and I would expect the students involved to
clean up any mess created.

But I enjoy a well thought out joke that shows planning,
insight, creativity and humor. I love the energy that it
creates and the sense of camaraderie that follows.

Of course, there's no easy way to insure that the pranks
are well done--but I hate to see them completely
forbidden. What a challenge for a class: to do
something that causes no damage or hurt feelings, that
makes a clear statement about who they are; makes
people smile; and that they take full responsibility for;
knowing that if they go out of bounds, they lose
privileges.

Three of my children have graduated--I need to ask
them about their favorite pranks--I remember
discussion, but not specifics.

Mary Hickey
Elementary  Media Specialist
Bibb County, GA

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