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How can I impress my teacher?

Ashley Pritchard, MA
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Ashley Pritchard is an Academic and School Counselor at Delaware Valley Regional High School in Frenchtown, New Jersey. Ashley has over 3 years of high school, college, and career counseling experience. She has an MA in School Counseling with a specialization in Mental Health from Caldwell University and is certified as an Independent Education Consultant through the University of California, Irvine.

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Listen actively in class and complete your work. Try to participate in class discussions and ask questions. Remember, you have an entire school year to impress your teacher! You don't need to go out of your way to do something unique in the first few weeks of school. Just be respectful, friendly, and stay engaged.

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Do people have to do this to be best friends with a teacher?

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The important things to remember about becoming friends with someone, including your teacher, are simple: Be respectful, listen when they're talking to you, and appreciate the time you spend together.

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What should I do if my teacher is a racist?

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They might not realize they are being racist. If that is the case, point that out to them. It can be face-to-face or in a letter, but be sure to be polite about it. If you know for certain they are trying to be this way, get another faculty member involved, as well as your parent(s)/guardian(s).

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How do I become friends with my teacher if I'm shy?

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Just be yourself. If you need to, see him/her before or after class. It also helps to make jokes every now and then, the more friendly you are, the easier it will be. Also, try to make connections between what you are doing in class and your personal life. Giving little bits of information on your personal life lets your teacher know that you like them and are a genuinely nice person. This will make them also want to tell you a little about their personal life, and that's how friendships are made!

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How can I deal with a teacher who yells a lot?

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Some people - even some teachers - have trouble controlling their emotions. It can be hard to get along with someone who is shouting all of the time, but it will be good practice for life after school. Simply focus on being a good student. Let another school employee know if any teacher is yelling at you or other students too often.

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I feel like my teacher doesn't like me, but I want to be close to her. What should I do?

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Just pay attention in class, make an effort on work, and seem enthusiastic about the class. She’ll be happy you’re so interested and dedicated to the class.

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