Do, or Don’t Do?

Hi everyone,

I have a teacher

Lovely lady

Today I was in a classroom with her, her husband, and a fellow student

A conversation that took place was (and this doesn’t include everything that happened in it, but I think it contains a general gist)

The student asked the teacher if the [insert assignments] are still available to turn in

The teacher says that [insert assignments] were for [insert exam]

(Basically meaning they were intended to help review for [insert exam]

Student says he knows

Teacher says it’s fine to

In the past, my teacher has stated online that [insert assignments] will not be accepted late

So, I’d like to ask you guys three questions.

1) I’m 99.999999% sure the answer is to leave him alone and focus on me instead, but I’d like to get it checked with you guys, my fellow Christians, but I definitely shouldn’t bother the other student about this and ask him to not turn in any [insert assignments] that he would like to turn in right? Please respond with a simple yes or no, unless it’d be wrong for you to do so or something I suppose.

2) I’m 95% sure right option for me is don’t say anything to her, but just in case... is there anything I should say to the teacher?

3) So I tried turning in one of the [insert assignments] and I was about a minute too late and couldn’t submit anything through our online thingy. I have a 0 for the assignment grade currently. Turning something in for it could potentially save me in the future and help me end the school year with an A in the class, and even though I personally highly value academics but I can live with not having all As, my parents will most definitely not like me at the end of the school year having a B, and I think my mom will have (from her perspective) a justified reason to associate me being a Christian with me having poor academic performance.

Although to be honest, I might manage to end off with an A in the class without turning something in for that assignment (but I think having a 100 there where that 0 is would be a nice safety net).

Anyway, would it be okay for me to turn in something for that assignment?

And I really don’t want to come off as a meanie head or hard accuser talking about my lovely teacher, so sorry if I come off that way, but basically, my concern is if it’s okay for me to get a grade through a “system” in which someone went back on their word.

From what I remember, the teacher does not have to adhere strictly to the course outline. If they offer a little grace period for class assignments then accept it and just go with it, but don't take advantage of it. Try to stick with the assignment due date unless they say otherwise.

From what I remember, the teacher does not have to adhere strictly to the course outline. If they offer a little grace period for class assignments then accept it and just go with it, but don't take advantage of it. Try to stick with the assignment due date unless they say otherwise.

Thanks for replying Runningman
If I may, what do you mean by taking advantage of it?

Also, by course outline, do you mean like a syllabus given at the beginning of the year?

I meant that if the teacher extends the deadline for a specific assignment then don't assume that it applies to all assignments unless stated otherwise.

I meant that if the teacher extends the deadline for a specific assignment then don't assume that it applies to all assignments unless stated otherwise.

Also, do you think I should ask the teacher if she could make a public announcement for her class that the

[insert assignments]

(when I say that I’m pretty much referring to a certain group of assignments called [insert name], but that’s not too important here)

the [insert assignments] can still be turned in before the final date when nothing may be turned in?

She might be planning to make a public announcement so just wait and see. If she doesn't then maybe didn't intend to make it public. Only one student asked to turn the assignment in late?

Hi everyone,

I have a teacher

Lovely lady

Today I was in a classroom with her, her husband, and a fellow student

A conversation that took place was (and this doesn’t include everything that happened in it, but I think it contains a general gist)

The student asked the teacher if the [insert assignments] are still available to turn in

The teacher says that [insert assignments] were for [insert exam]

(Basically meaning they were intended to help review for [insert exam]

Student says he knows

Teacher says it’s fine to

In the past, my teacher has stated online that [insert assignments] will not be accepted late

So, I’d like to ask you guys three questions.

1) I’m 99.999999% sure the answer is to leave him alone and focus on me instead, but I’d like to get it checked with you guys, my fellow Christians, but I definitely shouldn’t bother the other student about this and ask him to not turn in any [insert assignments] that he would like to turn in right? Please respond with a simple yes or no, unless it’d be wrong for you to do so or something I suppose.

2) I’m 95% sure right option for me is don’t say anything to her, but just in case... is there anything I should say to the teacher?

3) So I tried turning in one of the [insert assignments] and I was about a minute too late and couldn’t submit anything through our online thingy. I have a 0 for the assignment grade currently. Turning something in for it could potentially save me in the future and help me end the school year with an A in the class, and even though I personally highly value academics but I can live with not having all As, my parents will most definitely not like me at the end of the school year having a B, and I think my mom will have (from her perspective) a justified reason to associate me being a Christian with me having poor academic performance.

Although to be honest, I might manage to end off with an A in the class without turning something in for that assignment (but I think having a 100 there where that 0 is would be a nice safety net).

Anyway, would it be okay for me to turn in something for that assignment?

And I really don’t want to come off as a meanie head or hard accuser talking about my lovely teacher, so sorry if I come off that way, but basically, my concern is if it’s okay for me to get a grade through a “system” in which someone went back on their word.

1) Don't annoy the other student.
2) Tell the teacher your assignment is late due to unforeseen covid lockdowns.
3) 1 minute too late is ridiculous. File a complaint with the school about their electronic system taking too long to upload your assignment. A B is not good enough for your mom.

I think just listen to your teacher as shes grading or setting the assignments and has the authority. That also includes giving grace periods.

sometimes, for whatver reason, the class falls behind or the teacher also has delays...they are very busy and might be teaching 10 different classes not just yours.

If your assignment is handed in late you know its going to be late its courtesy to let the teacher know if you having any difficulty or need more time like an extension.

as long as its communicated (and this is both your roles as teacher and student) it should be fine.

Its great if you can finish an assignment early or be ahead but its also good just to hand everythign in on time. why because she doesnt want to be chasing up on everyone thats late. Actually nobody likes to do this, to be nagging or reminding people for being late for anything.

However if for whatever reason you are late for anything its courtesy to let people know. And if you are the one waiting its also coutesy to be gracious to those who are late and forgive them.

for a lot of things in life if you are late for anything its too bad. You dont make it. you miss out.