" My first reaction is to look at all the students involved and at their reactions. Eileen looks shocked, but does Carol look guilty? While Carol may have behavior issues, I cannot make snap judgments about her and the missing money. Other options would be to talk to Carol and Eileen, and try to get to the bottom of the missing money from them. Talking to Carol might frighten her enough for her to confess. I would talk to them privately, and I would also talk to the student who called out "Carol took it," and find out if he or she actually saw Carol take the money from the wallet. If no one confesses, there is not a lot I can do, but I can ask the class if anyone saw anything, and weigh their answers. I cannot accuse Carol of something I didn't see, just because she has a bad reputation in the classroom. I have to depend on eyewitnesses and concrete information. I could also check Carol's wallet and see if the money was there. My long term solution would be to tell students not to bring money into the classroom, and to keep an eye on their possessions. I would also work to find out the truth, and then discipline whoever was responsible.

             "Rest Room Caper." My reaction is that I have found some of the vandalism culprits, but how will I get them to obey me? I have to appear strong and in control, and let them know who is in charge. Other options would be to call in some backup from other teachers on duty on my cell phone, so I have some support with these unruly students. I would tell them that I knew who they were (even if I didn't), and that they couldn't get away with this. I would also tell them that what they were doing was damaging the school, but more, it was damaging their lives, because they could go to jail for their behavior, and they were responsible for the damages - their families would have to pay for it. I would tell them they needed to be responsible for their actions and come with me to the office.