Mr K is a 7th grade teacher. He complains to her neighbour about a difficult student in her class,
identifying the child by name and providing specific details about the student’s academic
record. Mr K says that the neighbour does not know the student personally, so there should be
no problem discussing the student and the situation.
Discussion:
• What possible issues/concerns might this scenario raise?
• How could this situation become a violation of the law, code, or other school/district
policies?
• In this situation, what are the potential negative consequences for the teacher, for the
student and the school community?
• What responses/actions will result in a more positive outcome and/or what proactive
measures might be considered?