The Third Leading Cause
I leave the 29
to go after the 1
to walk to the counselor
to have the conversation
to ask the have-you questions
to call the parents
to walk back
to class
to choke down tears
to put on a happy face
to go back
to teach the 29.
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Author's Note
I have had at least one student confess to me that they have suicidal thoughts every year of teaching 7th grade English.
Every year. At least one.
It doesn't get easier.
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So sad and true.*
Touching piece, and sadly true *
Terse--with its sadness. Well done.
Powerful.
"I leave the 29
to go after the 1"
Yes, we have no choice.
"It doesn't get easier."
Agree. (That also could work as a title.)
Thank you, all. I appreciate your understanding and words.
Sad. Stunning. *