It was 5th period on my second or third day in Ms. D's class. I called out the names of those I was marking absent. The class informed me that Diego was no longer a member of the class. I checked the online roll sheet and verified that he was no longer listed. (I was taking roll via the seating chart.)
I talked to Ms. D a few days into her absence. I had a couple questions about other things. I mentioned in passing that Diego was no longer in period 5. She was quite happy about that. She explained that he was the most difficult student in that period. I was just happy that he had been pulled before I began covering.
Then on Tuesday, my fifth day in the class, I had separated a couple students who had been verbally sparring, taking advantage of the open seat Diego had left. Only, there was Diego, claiming his seat.
He informed me this was his class. I said I thought he had been dropped. But, students are removed and returned to class without me being notified all the time. (I'm a sub. I don't get the official emails.) So, I said I'd double check to see if he was back on the roll.
I logged into the system. (The online computer attendance is always up to date.) No Diego enrolled in period 5. I turned back around... And Diego was no longer in the room.
Ah. I see. He was trying to "visit". That is, he was going to play like he belonged in class. I know that game.
I don't want to imagine what ruckus he would have caused. Period 5 was difficult enough without him riling things up more.
Hi Liz - little devil and how they have the audacity ... takes the biscuit - enjoy the weekend - cheers Hilary
ReplyDeleteAw! He knew you were subbing that day and just came by to see you. Right? ;)
ReplyDeleteGlad he realized you knew and got out before causing trouble. SOunds like you had your hands full enough with the other kids. :)
As we'd never met before, I'm sure it wasn't me specifically he was there to see. Probably wanted to check up with his "homies".
DeleteIt's kind of ironic that he sounds like a kid who would do anything to get out of class, and the minute he's out of it can't wait to come back and visit!
ReplyDeleteIn this case it was more about the adults who were trying to get the kid a different placement. Due to him being a disruption in all the classes.
DeleteI guess there must be some sort of thrill from sneaking into a class that you're not supposed to be in although I totally don't get it. It must be part of the game "Let's Drive the Sub Crazy."
ReplyDeleteGotta love the cheeky ones, especially when they are not the winners
ReplyDeleteMost especially when they aren't the winners ;)
DeleteSo where exactly was Diego supposed to be? Does anyone know?
ReplyDeleteI wonder if he ever went to the class he was supposed to go to.
ReplyDeleteInteresting question. One that belongs to the attendance office, thankfully.
DeleteThat is kind of ironic that he snuck into class.
ReplyDeleteOh oy. Glad you didn't' have to deal with him for too long.
ReplyDeleteThis kid snuck into class? I thought they always try to sneak out? Glad you don't have to deal with at least this one brat..um, i mean, kid.
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