[etni] Fw: re: business as usual?

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From: Ruthi - rsheffer@xxxxxxxxx
Subject: Re: business as usual?

I would be wary of"touching and hugs" after the latest political scandals.


Esther wrote:
>Amen to every word. My pupils in nearby Sederot didn't
>reach the news daily this summer, but their Shachar Adom continued.
>(One pupil's house was so damaged that the family is 
>STILL split up living in homes of various relatives and another's
>Mom is in a psychiatric ward in Beer Sheva.) I believe that as
>several have mentioned, we must be super sensitive and flexible
>at this time. I am preparing SEVERAL options for the first week 
>and will "go with the flow" according the vibes I get from my pupils.
>Some classes, such as my seniors whom I have taught for the
>past 2 years will be probably be ready to delve straight into the
>new year's regular English work. With other classes, I will "play 
>it by ear," G-d willing. As someone mentioned, now more than
>ever we must be super-sensitive and WARM -- hugs; touching;
>listening; etc. to those who need it. "No" to politics in the classroom
>is my opinion, although if a pupil wishes to sound off, I will allow it,
>but will move on and not develop a political debate. Good luck to
>everyone.

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