Ever Surprise a Student by Existing Outside of School?

In this video, Dr. Justin Baeder shares the universal educator experience of running into students outside of school and the delightful shock kids express.

Key Takeaways

  • Students think you live at school - The surprise kids show when they see teachers at the grocery store is a universal experience
  • These moments build connection - Running into students in the real world reminds everyone that teachers are real people

Transcript

Tell me your favorite story about running into a student in public.

One Sunday, I'm eating lunch in the park, and about five of my students from school walk by, and one of them just stops in his tracks.

Mr.

Bader!

Mr.

Bader!

You're just sitting here eating a burrito!

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