Is it appropriate for a high-school teacher to ask their student to shop for and buy a gift for the teacher's spouse?

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Beachwalker asks:

A public school high-school teacher asked a student of his to shop for and buy a Christmas present for his spouse and gave the student $100 to do it with. The shopping was to be done on the student's own time. If it is okay with the parents of the student, is it still okay? Or, should this action be reported and should the teacher be disciplined or fired?

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BarbK

Dec 22, 2010

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What the Expert Says:

BeachWalker,

Good question. I think the teacher didn't use good judgment in the situation. However, I don't think he should be fired. As for disciplining him, that would be left up to the administration.

If you feel strongly about the situation, then I suggest talking with the teacher directly. Chances are when you present specific reasons of why it isn't a good idea for students to do his personal shopping, this teacher will use better judgment in the future.

Hope that helps.

Barb K
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