Title: My Teacher Fainted in Front of Us
Summary: I’m concerned about a concerning incident where my teacher fainted during our class, potentially endangering my friend and me.
EDIT: I mentioned this to my parents, but they just brushed it off as a funny story.
Yesterday, I (14F) was tutoring some younger students alongside my friend (15F) in the classroom with our female history teacher. Out of the blue, she got up and enthusiastically asked if we wanted to do a breathing exercise. With nothing else going on, we said yes. She started by timing how long we could hold our breath— I managed to hold mine for 1 minute and 19 seconds, the longest of us all! Then she guided us through a breathing exercise, and afterward, I felt dizzy—like I’d stood up too fast—and my palms started sweating.
After we finished the exercise the second time, something totally unexpected happened: the teacher fainted! She rolled off her desk and hit the floor so hard that one of the table legs bent. At first, my friend and I thought she was joking, but when she didn’t get up right away, we started to worry. Then she stood up, rubbing her head and exclaiming, “Wow, it worked! How long was I out?” I was shocked and asked her if she had really fainted, and she confirmed it. Then she casually went back to her desk, smiling, and said, “I’ve been wanting to try that for ages!”
Now I’m really worried—is my teacher okay? What if my friend and I had fainted instead? Apparently, she’s done this with other students when it was just them, too. Should I report this to someone? This definitely doesn’t seem safe.
It sounds like you had a really confusing and concerning experience with your teacher. Fainting, whether intentional or not, can be serious and potentially dangerous, especially in a classroom setting. Your feelings of worry for both yourself and your friend are completely valid.
It’s important to remember that teachers are supposed to create a safe environment for students, and this behavior raises some red flags. If your teacher is experimenting with fainting in such a way, it’s crucial to discuss this with someone who can take it seriously, like a school counselor or another trusted adult. They can help assess the situation and provide the appropriate support.
Even though your parents didn’t think it was a big deal, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t seek guidance from someone at school. Your safety and the safety of your friend should always come first. Trust your instincts—if something doesn’t feel right, it’s important to speak up.