“The clerical work is par for the course. "Keep on file in numerical order" means throw in wastebasket. You'll soon learn the language. "Let it be a challenge to you" means you're stuck with it; "interpersonal relationships" is a fight between kids; "ancillary civic agencies for supportive discipline" means call the cops; "Language Arts Dept." is the English office; "literature based on child's reading level and experiential background" means that's all they've got in the Book Room; "non-academic-minded" is a delinquent; and "It has come to my attention" means you're in trouble.”
Quote by Bel Kaufman
Work
Up the Down Staircase
This novel offers a candid portrayal of the daily life and struggles of a young teacher in a challenging urban school environment. The story delves into the complexities of classroom management, student behavior, and the bureaucratic hurdles that educators often encounter. more
Author
Bel Kaufman
Bel Kaufman, born on May 10, 1911, and passed away on July 25, 2014, was an American author known for her humorous and insightful writing. Her works, such as 'Visitors from Outer Space', have won widespread acclaim and left a lasting impact on American literature. more
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