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  Case: Missing things.
Little by little books, crayons, marker boxes and stickers sets etc have been going missing in the classroom. How would I go about confronting the students about it and finding the corporate who is taking the objects home.
Solution: (Rates are posted for this solution!)
I would have a class discussion and explain to the class that these are things that you are unable to replace and you really need them back. I would explain to the students that if they know for a FACT who took the items, or if they took anything themselves then they can come speak with you in private and no punishment will be had. But, until then you cant provide them with these materials until you receive yours back.
My CT had the school resource officer come into the classroom and discuss stealing and the consequences of stealing with students. She has also had him come in to discuss fighting and other numerous deviant behaviors. It seems to put kids in their place and make them come to their senses.

You could also send home a newsletter to all parents explaining what you have noticed and how you would appreciate their support in the matter. Explain that these materials are valued and do not come from the school money, but rather money from your own pocket in which you can't afford anymore.
 
     
     
  Rating
The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) Yes
The suggested solution is relevant to the case Yes
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement Yes
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue Yes
The suggested solution is original Yes
Comments: This is a great solution! It may be from a student that has little at home and does not feel like they can come to you, so make sure that there is an air of openness in the classroom and ensure that students feel that they can be honest and upfront with you as their teacher.
Rated On: October 13, 2018 6:52 pm
Rated By: aGuraz
 
     
     
  Rating
The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) No
The suggested solution is relevant to the case No
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement No
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue No
The suggested solution is original No
Comments: I disagree with this solution
Rated On: October 15, 2018 1:02 am
Rated By: zetyWy
 
     
     
  Rating
The suggested solution is respectful of the individual (student) No
The suggested solution is relevant to the case No
The suggested solution is reasonable (easy) for the teacher to implement No
The suggested solution is likely to solve the problem/issue No
The suggested solution is original No
Comments: I wouldn't have students turn on each other because someone is stealing from the classroom supplies. Start by something small like a lesson plan or labeling stuff you have to make sure it doesn't happen again.
Rated On: February 23, 2019 2:59 am
Rated By: Meghan Fletcher