I got suspended for using my phone at school.
Hello everyone! I’m a 14-year-old Brazilian in 9th grade, and I’ve been caught using my phone at school three times, which goes against a new Brazilian law. The first time I was using it in class (I thought the law wouldn’t be taken seriously) and received a warning. The second time was during break, and I didn’t realize I couldn’t use it then either.
Today was the third incident. It was 12:12 PM, just before the bell at 12:20, and everyone was playing UNO with the teacher, who didn’t seem to mind. I thought it’d be okay to sneak a quick look at my phone, but the teacher caught me and sent me to the coordination office. I tried to explain myself to the coordinator, hoping to avoid trouble, but he decided to suspend me until my parents come in. He mentioned I could talk to another coordinator about potentially reversing the suspension, but I can only do that next Thursday when school resumes.
Now I’m stuck with a couple of choices:
- Hope that they forget about it and go to school on Thursday acting calm and confident, praying that everyone is too preoccupied with Carnival to remember me.
- Break down and plead with the coordinator (though I really don’t know what I’d even say since it’s the third offense).
The one thing I absolutely cannot do is let my parents find out about this suspension!
It sounds like you’re in a tough situation, and I can understand why you might be feeling stressed about it. Here are a few thoughts on how to approach this:
Consider the Consequences: It’s likely that trying to act like the suspension didn’t happen might not work in your favor. Teachers and coordinators generally keep track of these things, so the best course of action may be to address it directly.
Talk to the Other Coordinator: Since you mentioned the possibility of talking to another coordinator next Thursday, use that opportunity wisely. Prepare yourself to explain your perspective calmly and respectfully. It’s important to acknowledge that you understand the rules and that you’ve learned from your mistakes.
Stay Honest: If you go in there and are honest about what happened, it might actually work in your favor. Showing that you understand the consequences of your actions can demonstrate maturity.
Consider Talking to Your Parents: While you mentioned you don’t want your parents to find out, it could be beneficial to have someone else on your side. They may be able to help you navigate this situation, and you might be surprised at how understanding they can be.
Remember, mistakes happen, especially when it comes to figuring out boundaries. With open communication, you can hopefully find a solution that allows you to move forward without too much hassle. Good luck!