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The Teacher Who Failed

September

By: Mike Mazzalongo     Posted: September, 2020
Ray Blanchard is the only teacher I remember from 9th grade. That was almost sixty years ago and yet I still can see him, short and squat with a shock of straight blond hair wearing his usual rumpled gray suit.
Discussion Questions
  1. Who was your favorite / least favorite teacher in school and why?
  2. Do you think that we place too much responsibility on teachers for the success of our children? Yes or No.
    • Why this answer?
  3. In your opinion, what is the most important service / attitude parents can provide teachers in order to help them succeed in teaching our children?
  4. What qualities do you most look for in a teacher who teaches your child?
    • Why these qualities?
  5. If you had the power to do so, what changes would you make to the educational system?
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