Write a story about an unconventional teacher.

Posted in High School on May 12, 2023

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“The Lesson” by Gail Bellenger

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The class settled down as Gisella wrote the website URL on the smartboard. As a group, they logged into the site on their computer tablets, then looked up with questioning eyes. Gisella smiled. “I knew that would get your attention. We’re learning about marine biology today.” She walked down the aisles. “Any questions?” The first hand to shoot up was from Patrick. Outspoken Patrick. “Ms. Gisella, is this a prank?” She shook her head. “Why would you say that?” Olivia, with her perfectly styled blonde curls framing her face, spoke up, “Bec...

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“The unconventional teacher” by David Nutt

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The unconventional teacher I pushed myself through the door into the classroom. At this time of the morning there was always a scramble through the door as most of us students always timed our entrance at the last minute before being late….punishable. I immediately went to my designated desk at the rear of the class next to my best friend Daniel. He was there gazing out of the large windows that dominated one of the classroom walls. It was a large airy room with a distinctive feeling of allowing a teacher to express himself. “Hi Daniel, wh...

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“Two Words” by Brian Rohrig

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The day was shaping up to be a miasma of mediocrity, a mind-numbing morass of sameness that threatened to put me in a coma. Be on time. Respect yourself and others. Put away your phones. It’s not that the teachers were ogres—they were just the opposite. They had their rules, yes, but mostly they were nice, supportive, there for you. We’re going to have a great year. You have so much potential. My door is always open. I would almost rather hear: Be on time or I’ll slam the door in your face and send your butt home. If I see a phon...

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“Talking Out of School ” by George Georgerfrost@gmail.com

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Mr. Nolan Darman created an impression on the class the minute he walked into the classroom that morning. We were notified that our English teacher, Mrs. Walton had given birth to a healthy seven pound daughter in the wee hours of the morning and would be out for a three month maternity leave. “Sink the sub.” Was the word circulating in our second tenth grade classroom that morning. But when he came limping in the door, his eyes straight ahead as he walked to the teacher’s desk in the front of the room, I got the feeling ...

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“Noteworthy” by Corinne Arrowood

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Noteworthy “Not all teachers are mean,” he said. “I dunno about that,” I answered. “I’ve never met one that liked me.” That sinking hollow in the pit of my stomach pervaded any positivity I may have had. “It’ll be a good year; I just know it.” Ellis, my older brother, ignited my hope from the twinkle in his eyes and the warmth in his smile. I took a deep breath, filling my lungs with hope, and a glimmer sparked the beat of my heart for just a second. I remember that conversation oh so well. I started my ninth-grade year with trepid...

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“Salvation: how Mr. O’Brien and my borrowed Jewish childhood gave me self-respect.” by Nancy Graham Holm

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I was ten years old in 1953 when the American Government executed Julius and Ethel Rosenberg for being Soviet spies. I went to school the next day, but nobody was there. Instead, the teachers sat in empty classrooms smoking cigarettes and commenting about “the Commie Jews” who got what they deserved. Then, they told me to go home.I remember walking and wondering about these Rosenberg people. What had they done? What exactly was a Commie? Why had I been the only child in school? I guessed it was related to being Jewish, but I w...

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“Creation 101” by Simon Conner

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Okay class settle down, pay attention please … right, thank you. As you know today we are reviewing the results of your endeavours to create new creatures to populate the upcoming relaunch of this blue planet which is in dire need of a refresh. I have to say class, I don’t know whether to be impressed or depressed – I think we need a new word to encompass the peaks and troughs of your, ah, attempts. Now we, or at least Senior Management, in a misplaced spirit of faith and optimism, promised you that the results of your work would be dep...

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“Life Lessons” by Leanne Taylor

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*mentions of death It was a cold and rainy day at Sir Trevelyan’s Primary school. Several children were crowding the cloakroom getting dry and taking their coats off. As soon as they walked into the main classroom they were greeted by their teacher, Mrs Bates. She was a kind woman and a mother of two. She would frequently run into her youngest daughter, Jessica, while at work. Ophelia Bates decides to run a lesson on Animal biology, which she knew would interest Jessica. But she was in a different class so couldn't participate. How...

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“Blocked Chakras” by Kelly DiMario

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"Take a deep slow breath in through your nose. One, two, three, four, five. Now slowly exhale through your nose and feel your belly empty. Five, four, three, two, one," says the yoga instructor. I lift my head off my mat and squint my eyes in the dark wooden room to take a look at the owner of the tranquilizing voice up front. The lithe, red-headed teacher sits in a meditation pose, the tiny center of a candle circle."Let's repeat the breath again slowly,” she says and I drop my anxious head and comply. After three rounds of breath, I alread...

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“Unfold” by Matteus Armini

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Unfold In the last week of August, Noah was sitting in the ensemble room of his school together with the rest of his class. Marie was telling them that, as they all knew, they would be granted private lessons this year funded by the school, and how the next two years would require more work and effort from all of them. It had been nearly three years since Noah’s last private lesson. He could still vividly remember his last two private teachers. Neither had employed the greatest teaching methods, with one thinking that exclusively practisin...

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“Coffee, Doodles, and Lightning Bolts. ” by Lila Monroe

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“I have no idea what to design for Mrs. Keaton,” Cassidy sighed as she took another slow sip of her caramel macchiato. She pulled down her sunglasses to look at a fluffy, black-and-white doodle walking down the sidewalk. “Huh, that doodle kind of looks like a cow,” Cassidy mumbled to herself. “What do you have against cows?” Cassidy pushed her sunglasses back up and turned around to see who was speaking to her. Although she didn’t know what to expect, she was still surprised to see a young-looking boy staring at her. She paused b...

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“FATHER XAVIER; AM UNCONVENTIONAL TEACHER” by CHIEF John West

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Father Xavier: An Unconventional Teacher by John West Kids can be very cruel. Woe to the teacher, fresh to the class, who shows signs of weakness. As soon as he steps into the classroom, 30 pairs of eyes will be picking him apart. (This story is about a boys’ school). If the new teacher is tall and confident and speaks with an assured voice, he is likely to pass initial scrutiny. But if he lacks these qualities, he will have work to do. Any fault detected will be used by the class as an object of ridicule if it turns out the poor unsuspectin...

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Write a story about an unconventional teacher.

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✍️ 57 stories

“The Lesson” by Gail Bellenger

“The unconventional teacher” by David Nutt

“Two Words” by Brian Rohrig

“Talking Out of School ” by George Georgerfrost@gmail.com

“Noteworthy” by Corinne Arrowood

“Salvation: how Mr. O’Brien and my borrowed Jewish childhood gave me self-respect.” by Nancy Graham Holm

“Creation 101” by Simon Conner

“Life Lessons” by Leanne Taylor

“Blocked Chakras” by Kelly DiMario

“Unfold” by Matteus Armini

“Coffee, Doodles, and Lightning Bolts. ” by Lila Monroe

“FATHER XAVIER; AM UNCONVENTIONAL TEACHER” by CHIEF John West

🌟 Similar prompts

Start your story with somebody getting called to the principal’s office.

Write about a school trip that takes a turn for the unexpected.

Write a short story about a teacher or mentor figure who recognizes hidden (or magical!) potential in someone and helps them cultivate it.

Write a story that contains the phrase “Okay class! Pop quiz.”

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