The Most Hilarious Notes Teachers Have Sent To Parents

Many parents wish they could watch over their children 24/7. Unfortunately, that’s simply not possible with sleep and education to deal with. Regarding the latter, they usually have to rely on their kid’s teachers to do the job for them, but things don’t always go to plan. That’s how parents end up getting some awkward notes from the school.

Learning might not always be fun, but you still have to do it

There aren’t many kids who wake up in the morning and declare that they’re excited to go to school. Sure, there might be elements of their education they enjoy, like getting to see their friends. For the most part, though, they’d probably rather stay home and do something else. The main reason for this is that they simply don’t consider learning to be fun.

Going to school can feel like a real punishment when a kid has to study subjects they’re not interested in or don’t understand. Josiah here definitely isn’t alone in not wanting to do any work because it’s not fun. Unfortunately, he may have expressed his resistance to work a bit too much, hence the teacher making the note for his parents.

Having an imaginative kid is all well and good until they use words they shouldn’t

It can be a little unnerving when a parent receives a letter from their child’s school. Unless the note’s informing them about a field trip or something along those lines, it’s usually there to reveal their son or daughter’s bad behavior. Fortunately for this parent, the letter they received was nowhere near as bad as it could have been.

In fact, it started off very positively, praising their kid’s imagination and creativity. However, it then dealt the blow that the child had been using a word they weren’t supposed to. On the plus side, they had no idea what the word meant, only that someone else on the playground had said it was inappropriate. Whoever did that was the one that was really in trouble.

When a subject is so confusing that it leaves a kid scratching their head

A child missing half of their lesson isn’t usually a good thing. A child potentially having lice also isn’t a good thing. Unfortunately, this teacher had to decide which was worse when they caught one kid scratching his head in class. Not only was the action distracting, but it definitely gave the impression that he might have an infestation in his hair.

If that was the case, it needed to be dealt with quickly. Otherwise, there was a risk he might spread lice to the other kids in class. So, the teacher sent him to the nurse, where it soon emerged that there was nothing wrong with him at all. It seems that the kid finds math so confusing that it just makes his head itch.

Threatening someone on your first day back is not how you make a good impression

It’s important to make a good impression when you come back after being away. The last thing you want to do is turn people against you as soon as you walk through the door. Unfortunately, it seems that Lillian failed to get people on side during her first day back. She appeared to get in a fight with a boy, prompting her to threaten violence against him.

Whether she genuinely intended to hit him or not, a teacher can’t just sit by and do nothing when they hear this kind of behavior. Lillian was forced to spend some time alone at lunch while her teacher wrote a note to her parents. It seems the girl needs to find a way to work on her anger management.

Chapsticks might smell delicious, but that doesn’t mean they’re food

When Danica’s parents let her take her chapstick to school, they never anticipated that she’d come home with a note from her teacher about it. What could their child possibly have done to warrant this? As it turns out, it wasn’t Danica who’d done something but rather her friend. After the girl offered it to her pal to smell it, they then took a bite out of the product.

We get it – sometimes that stuff smells so good that you want to eat it. However, you shouldn’t let your senses fool you. While it might smell like food, it definitely doesn’t taste like it. We’re not entirely sure why the teacher made this note for Danica’s parents. Perhaps they didn’t want them to think she was responsible?

If you’re going to spray milk everywhere, you may as well do it like an elephant

Ask a kid what their favorite time of day at school is, and most of them will say their lunch break. They’re not the only ones who probably enjoy this part of the day, either. Teachers need a break too, and this is the perfect time for them to rest after a busy morning. Of course, not everyone can relax.

Some people have to watch over the kids in the cafeteria to make sure they’re behaving properly. Otherwise, who knows what carnage they might get up to. Even when there are people keeping an eye on them, they still manage to make a mess, just like this kid did. At least the teacher saw the humor in it by comparing their behavior to an elephant.

This kid is why ‘bring your pet to school’ day will never be a good idea

An attentive class is what every teacher probably dreams of. However, there’s usually always at least one child who’d rather goof off than pay attention to what they’re being taught. It’s not often, though, that they goof off by playing with a lizard. Needless to say, this teacher was very caught off guard when one of their students removed his shoe and sock and began playing with the creature.

They were even more surprised when they went to stop him and discovered that the animal wasn’t even alive. It seems the boy had found the lizard in the sandbox and put it in his shoe when it was time to go back to class. This led to him stepping on it and ending the poor creature’s life.

If a child draws something rude during class, they should probably expect to be caught

It’s good to nurture a child’s creativity. You never know what they might go on to make if you let them engage in their passion early on in life. However, while this may be the case, there are certain limits you have to put in place. For one, you shouldn’t allow drawing during class if it takes their attention away from what they’re actually meant to be learning.

Moreover, you shouldn’t condone any artwork that could be considered inappropriate. This kid’s creation definitely falls into that category, and it seems they knew that. After all, they apparently tried to crumple the paper up when they were discovered. However, the teacher stopped them, and they had to deal with their parents finding out about it through this note.

Even if haircuts are expensive, you shouldn’t always take matters into your own hands

Kids and scissors can be a dangerous mix. Before a certain age, they don’t know how to be fully responsible with this tool, which can lead to them getting hurt. That’s why schools use safety scissors to avoid any injuries while cutting things up or making crafts. Unfortunately, while these scissors are definitely safer for kids to use, they can still pose a danger.

Thankfully, in this instance, Demi wasn’t hurt; she just gave herself an unnecessary haircut. Luckily, judging by how little hair there is in the bag, she didn’t do much before the teacher caught her. Nevertheless, the child probably received a long talking to about why it’s not appropriate for her to cut her hair in school.

The younger a kid is, the more acceptable it is when they take their clothes off in class

The younger a child is, the more unpredictable their behavior can be. After all, they’re still learning the difference between right and wrong and don’t always know the appropriate way to act around others. That’s why the teacher maybe wasn’t stunned that this kid decided to take her clothes off at school one day.

This probably wasn’t the first time someone in their class had done this, nor was it likely to be the last. Nevertheless, letting a student run around in their birthday suit wouldn’t be appropriate, so they made sure to cover her up as soon as they saw what she’d done. Luckily, the kid wasn’t in trouble. In fact, the teacher even laughed about it. Hopefully, the parents felt the same way.

Teachers aren’t afraid to rat out their students when it comes to their health

Many parents want their children to follow a healthy lifestyle, especially with all the talk of health issues in the United States right now. However, without watching over the child 24/7, it’s hard to know if they actually eat the food they’re supposed to or not.

Even if parents pack their lunch for them before sending them off to school, there’s no guarantee that the kid will actually eat what they’ve been given. Unfortunately, this teacher’s note proves that. They seem just as concerned about the student’s diet and ratted out Xavier’s bad behavior to his parents. Instead of eating the fruit that’s put in his bag every day, he’s just been throwing it away, thinking that no one would ever know.

This kid seems to be an anarchist in the making, but her teacher refuses to lose hope

Everyone has a bad day sometimes. It seems that Charlotte was definitely having one when her teacher wrote this note. She appeared to be making it her mission to do the opposite of what she was told. She displayed a lot of anarchist behavior by refusing to listen to her teacher and even hitting her when told to do something she didn’t want to.

As if that wasn’t bad enough, she was also very insistent about playing with dirt. From throwing it at people to putting it down her pants, she was truly out of control. Her teacher acknowledged that her behavior was incredibly “challenging” but did also try to be optimistic. Writing that “We’re hoping for a better day tomorrow” was a nice note to end on.

Not all parents and teachers are fans of competitive nose picking

Sometimes, it’s the teacher putting a stop to a child’s behavior and informing their parents about it. Other times, the teacher seemingly wants nothing to do with it and leaves the responsibility up to mom and dad. That appears to be the case here, with Miss H relying on Mrs. Thompson to stop Timmy from doing something he shouldn’t.

It seems that he and his friend had been picking their noses and keeping what they found in their pencil cases. Their competitive nature pushed them to try and one-up each other by making their collections bigger. However, now that their parents have been told to “investigate” and postpone their activity “forever,” they’re probably going to have to find something else to compete at.

Being pretty is not an excuse to get out of doing work at school

Kids come up with all sorts of reasons why they don’t want to do their work. Usually, it’s because they find it too complicated and don’t want to put in the effort to try and understand it. However, they throw out plenty of other reasons, too, some of which are incredibly bizarre. Madison here decided that she couldn’t do her work because she was simply “too pretty” for that.

This was an excuse that her teacher wasn’t going to sit by and accept. However, they figured that it was probably best for Madison’s mother to resolve the issue instead of them. We can’t imagine how that conversation went, but with any luck, it was successful in convincing the girl that she needed to do her work in class.

When your teacher tells you to do something, it’s generally a good idea to do as they say

Kids sometimes seem to forget there’s such a thing as indoor and outdoor voices. When you’re in class and people are trying to learn, it’s important to keep the volume down. That way, you don’t disturb anyone and stop them from finishing their work. This is a lesson that Juliana apparently still needs to learn.

She was told off for being too loud in class, with the expectation that she’ll be quieter next time. It wasn’t just the volume that was an issue, though. It seems that the child was also a bit insolent when told to talk quietly, as she said “Good luck with that” to her teacher’s request. Talking back against the teacher is generally a no-no and results in notes like these.

They kissed a girl, but she didn’t like it, so hopefully, their parents don’t mind it

Plenty of parents dread the day when their kids start to develop romantic feelings towards others. Some are wary because they’re very protective of their children and don’t trust potential boyfriends or girlfriends not to break their hearts. Others are reluctant because of issues like this. It seems that this kid was very forward with another student and attempted to kiss them at school.

Evidently, their feelings weren’t reciprocated, resulting in a teacher having to send this note home. Presumably, they didn’t ask the girl if it was okay to kiss them or still attempted it if they said no. Whatever the reason, their parents will probably need to have a word about boundaries and how to express feelings without making someone else uncomfortable.

Martial arts skills are good to have in your arsenal, provided that you don’t abuse them

It’s not a bad idea for kids to learn martial arts if it’s something they’re interested in. Being able to defend themselves can come in handy in years to come. However, it’s important that any child who does learn these skills understands when it is and isn’t appropriate to put them into action.

School certainly isn’t the place to pull them out, especially if other students don’t consent to being used for “practice.” Unfortunately, Jonathan didn’t seem to get the memo on that one. Despite being told to stop his behavior numerous times, the boy continued what he was doing. The teacher’s warning that someone would get hurt ultimately came true after he kicked someone in the back, so now his parents have to get involved.

No matter how upset you are, calling someone names is never a good idea

While it would be nice if kids always got along, that just isn’t realistic. Falling out with other people is just a natural part of life. It can happen at any age, although how someone reacts to this differs depending on if they’re an adult or a child. The older a person is, the more likely they are to hold themselves back and not publicly lash out at whoever they’re upset with.

However, children don’t tend to have this resistance and openly express their feelings. This can lead to things like name-calling, something that Dale was apparently guilty of one day at school. The teacher was less than impressed by his choice of words and felt inclined to share his outburst with his parents.

“Your mama” is rarely a suitable response to something that a teacher asks

Some kids love to be the joker of the pack. They know how to make others laugh, so they pull out their comedy at every opportunity. Unfortunately, not everyone shares the same sense of humor, so what one person finds hilarious, another might consider inappropriate. This kid’s teacher definitely felt that way after the student offered an unsuitable answer in class.

They likely thought they were being hilarious and may well have earned a few chuckles from their classmates. However, the teacher definitely wasn’t laughing when they said “your mama” when asked to finish the sentence: “The hamster is as fat as…” In their note to the child’s parents, they referred to it as an “Inappropriate response for class,” and they’re right.

Calling people ugly is never a good idea, even if your brain hurts

It’s never nice to call someone ugly. There’s little people can do to change their appearance, so having someone criticize how they look can really mess with their self-esteem. Of course, it can be hard to make children understand this, and so they often throw out words like ugly as a standard insult. At least in this case, though, the kid seemed to have some sort of reason for saying it.

It wasn’t necessarily the most convincing excuse, but it was definitely different. Apparently, they said it because they’d fallen off a chair earlier in the day, and now their brain hurt. Therefore, their choice of words supposedly wasn’t their fault, and they shouldn’t be blamed. It seems that excuse made this teacher’s day.

Toilets are for doing your business on, not other students

Children will say the wildest things when they’re upset. Teachers must have so many stories of the outrageous things they’ve heard from their students. This one can apparently add “going to the toilet on someone else” to their list of ridiculous things that kids have said. It apparently happened in the cafeteria when two classmates presumably fell out with one another.

This parent’s child was so upset that they allegedly threatened to “go” on the other student, prompting the teacher to get involved. They wrote a note to their parents, revealing that they hadn’t been using “kind” words and were expected to do better next time. We’re not sure how the parents reacted, but we expect there was a conversation of sorts after they received this note.

Kids these days really don’t seem to like how their hair is cut

Another day, another student eager to give herself a DIY haircut. We get it; sometimes you just don’t like how your hair looks and want to deal with it immediately. However, this rarely ever works out as intended. If it were that easy, hair salons probably wouldn’t make nearly as much money as they do.

Cutting hair is an art, and sometimes it’s only once you attempt it yourself and realize your mistake that this dawns on you. Thankfully, Raeya was stopped from giving herself a full makeover. The teacher caught her after one snip and told her not to do it again. The child confessed that she wouldn’t, although she could have just been saying that to make the teacher happy. Kids can be crafty like that.

Damaging school property is just asking for trouble

Finding out that your kid had to have a time out is bad enough. After all, this means that they were misbehaving in class and didn’t sort out their behavior when warned to by the teacher. That alone is enough to frustrate a parent and convince them to have a talk with their kid. However, it seems that Haiden’s bad behavior didn’t end with the time out.

The child was sent to the library when he was removed from class, and it was there that he proceeded to get into more trouble. It appears that the child took one of the books there and ripped it up. By damaging school property, it was like Haiden was asking to be punished by his parents.

Most kids lie now and again, but it is possible to get the truth out of them

Honesty is something that a lot of parents and teachers strive for in their kids. If someone chooses to tell the truth, even if it gets them in trouble, then you know that you can trust them. Of course, kids love to get away with as much as they can, so it’s expected that many of them will initially lie in situations like this.

That’s certainly what Charlie did with the King Cake Incident. It’s not clear exactly what this incident was, but when asked about it by his mom, he wasn’t honest with her. It was only when his teacher interfered that he confessed to whatever he’d done wrong. The fact that he agreed to apologize to his mother afterward was a step in the right direction.

Kids love food, but there are definitely some things that they won’t eat

For once, this isn’t a situation where the kid was to blame but rather their parents. It seems that whoever packed this girl’s lunch was trying to teach her to have a refined taste in food. That’s why they gave her some Brie cheese to enjoy in the cafeteria. Unfortunately, Stephany was not a fan of this stuff. According to her teacher, she started crying as soon as she opened it up.

The smell was apparently to blame, which is understandable. Brie definitely has a strong scent which a lot of kids might not find appealing. Thankfully, while the cheese might have been upsetting for Stephany, she did eat everything else her parents packed for her. We doubt she’ll be getting any Brie for lunch in the future.

You know you’re old when you don’t understand the insults that your kid uses

The world that kids live in today is not the same world that their parents and teachers grew up in. That means there are plenty of things that their children do that might go right over their heads. That includes some of the insults they throw out. This teacher was completely oblivious when one kid referred to another as a “Hanzo main.”

It was only through the context of the situation that they understood this was meant as an insult. Evidently, the teacher doesn’t spend any time playing ‘Overwatch.’ Otherwise, they’d understand that a “Hanzo main” is generally someone who plays as this character, regardless of their skill or whether he’s the right choice. Clearly the girl’s parents understood that, though, given how much this made them laugh.

Listening can be hard, and this kid seems to know that better than most people

Paying attention in school is essential if a child wants to learn. Unfortunately, that’s not always easy. Some kids have struggles, and therefore listening to what their teacher says throughout class can be tough. Other students simply have off-days because they’re tired or don’t understand what they’re learning, so their brains switch off.

That seems to be something that Aysha was struggling with when her teacher made this note. She was struggling to listen so much that she had to sit in the “think about it chair” twice. She was also given directions numerous times that she still couldn’t take in. Thankfully, the teacher ended the note optimistically, saying that “each day is a new day,” so hopefully, tomorrow will be better.

As nice as it would be to sleep in class, you don’t learn anything that way

Something that many people struggle with during the week is getting enough sleep. Even when they go to bed early, many still feel tired when they get up for work or school. It’s incredibly frustrating and can make getting through the day far harder than it needs to be. It would be nice if you could just take a nap whenever you wanted throughout the day.

Unfortunately, doing this wouldn’t be very productive, which is why adults and kids alike instead have to fight to keep their eyes open. Sometimes the battle is just too tough, though, and you end up doing what Richone did. It’s a shame they’re not still in kindergarten; otherwise, they probably would have gotten away with this.

Pulling pranks is all fun and games until the teacher gets mad

Lots of kids love to play pranks. They’re out to get laughs, and this is a great way of doing it. Of course, some pranks risk upsetting the teachers and potentially causing more trouble than they’re worth. That was the case with this joke that Sean and Chad apparently decided to pull one day.

It seems they thought it would be hilarious to swap places with one another when they had different classes. It took a few minutes for the teacher to notice, and when they did, they weren’t impressed. They warned the students that doing this again would land them in detention, especially because it wasted five minutes of class time. Here’s hoping the boys learned their lesson after this brush with punishment.

If you don’t want to fake being sick to get out of school, forge a note from the teacher instead

It’s hilarious the lengths that some kids will go to when they don’t want to go to school. Plenty will fake being sick to try and stay home, although most parents are accustomed to that by now and know what to look for. This student decided on a different tactic to fool their mom and dad, opting to write a note that they pretended was from their teacher.

The letter claimed that the school would be closed for the week, so Collin was free to stay at home. However, it’s safe to say that Mrs. Teague didn’t write this. The fact that she misspelled “teacher” is a pretty clear sign of this, although there are some other obvious clues that build up to the same picture.

Crusts will always be one of the most divisive parts of any food

What is it about crusts? For some reason, they’re one of the most divisive parts of any food that contains them. Even with things that are generally considered by many to be delicious, such as pizza, the crusts can still be an issue. They’re such a problem sometimes that crustless pizza does now actually exist. Unfortunately, they can be messier to eat, which isn’t exactly ideal in school.

Kids are already capable of making a mess in the cafeteria without being given a helping hand. So, instead of offering crustless pizzas, schools will just have to continue serving the usual kind and accept that the crusts won’t always be eaten. As long as students like Max enjoy the food, this extra waste doesn’t matter that much.

A backpack is not a suitable replacement for a toilet, even in an emergency

The younger a child is, the more help they may need with some of the most basic activities. It takes time for them to learn how to feed themselves, use the restroom properly, and so on, meaning accidents are possible. That’s what these parents found out when they received this note one day. It appears that their kid went to the bathroom somewhere they weren’t supposed to.

We must admit that we’re glad we’re not this kid’s mom and dad, who undoubtedly weren’t thrilled when the note said to “check backpack.” It’s not hard to imagine what’s inside, although it’s not particularly pleasant to think about. These things happen with very young kids, though, so it’s something you just have to get used to as parents.

When it’s been a tough morning, a lunchtime nap can really make a difference

With parents so accustomed to receiving notes alerting them of their child’s bad behavior, this one was probably quite appreciated. It doesn’t really say much, simply revealing that Jisele fell asleep after eating her lunch. The girl did what so many people probably wish they could do during the working day and just took a nap.

Her reason for doing this? It’s unclear, but perhaps she was just worn out from the morning? Learning new things can really take it out of you, especially when you’re young. Maybe she just needed some time to get her head down so she could approach the afternoon with more energy? Whatever the reason, seeing this note probably filled Jisele’s parents’ hearts with love.

A school dress code means spending more money on clothes that kids don’t want

School uniforms aren’t a big deal in a lot of schools in the United States. However, some places here do have them, and they’re implemented quite a lot in other parts of the world. While most students aren’t a fan of them, some parents and teachers feel that they do have their benefits. Of course, the stricter the dress code, the more likely moms and dads are to receive notes like this.

It appears that this couple’s daughter had grown out of her uniform, to the point that her skirts no longer went down to her knees. The school expected her parents to spend money on new ones that would meet the requirements. It’s safe to say that wasn’t the most exciting note for them to receive.

Teaching kids can often be a day of two halves

Teachers generally have to take the bad with the good when it comes to their students. While kids aren’t always on their best behavior, they’re not always causing trouble either, so they have to take what they can get. Chase seems to be the perfect example of that. He had a day of two halves when his teacher wrote his note.

While he was apparently well behaved in the afternoon, he was the complete opposite in the morning. Not only was his teacher forced to discipline him, but Chase displayed some insolence upon being told off. He reportedly felt it appropriate to stick his tongue out, which only landed him in more trouble. We wonder what his parents had to say to that.

Some detentions are undeserved, but this one definitely was

Detention can be a slippery slope for a student. If it becomes a regular thing, parents may have to question what’s up with their child’s behavior and stop it before it goes out of control. Of course, not all detentions are equal. Some teachers dish them out like candy, punishing a child with them as soon as they do something slightly inappropriate.

In Joe’s case, though, the detention seemed to be fairly deserved. After all, his behavior in his geometry class was incredibly distracting. From repeatedly squeaking his chair to passing gas on someone’s face, he was definitely being a nuisance. Plus, the teacher told him several times to be quiet and focus on his work, which he didn’t do. Hopefully, he learned something from his punishment.

Lying to a teacher will usually only end one way – with detention

It’s amazing what kids think they can get away with sometimes. Just because teachers don’t always understand the stuff they talk about, that doesn’t mean these people are dumb. They wouldn’t be in this career if that was the case. So, when a child tries to get one over on their teacher, they shouldn’t be surprised if they’re caught red-handed.

That’s what happened to this kid, who tried to fool his teacher into believing that he wasn’t doing what they thought he was. He’d apparently been told to close a certain browser, and when caught with it open, he lied that it was a different one. The teacher warned him twice, but he said he wasn’t doing anything wrong, which is how he earned himself a detention.

There’s nothing wrong with being a Superman fan, provided it doesn’t get in the way of work

Most kids seem to love their superheroes. What’s not to love? There are certainly worse role models to aspire to than people like Iron man and Wonder Woman. Of course, just as with a lot of things, there is a time and a place when it’s suitable to talk about this stuff. The middle of class isn’t one of them, which is why this teacher wasn’t impressed by Anthony’s passion for Superman.

It might have been okay if he was just talking about how much he loved the fictional hero. However, he went above and beyond that, choosing instead to unbutton his shirt and reveal a Superman t-shirt underneath. His behavior was disruptive to the class, as his parents later discovered with this note.

Friends are there to help you with whatever is troubling you, including restroom problems

Forming friendships is definitely one of the best parts of going to school. Having kids your age that you can lean on for laughter and support is essential for healthy development. These are the people who can lift your spirits when you’re feeling down and help you to form amazing memories throughout your childhood.

Sometimes, they can even be there to support you through the most basic of tasks, as Parker did for Fox on this day. It seems that the latter was having trouble doing their business away from home. However, it turns out all they needed was a friend’s help to get over whatever was stopping them and triumph in the restroom. We guess that’s what friends are for.

Kids can be highly emotional, especially when it comes to their parents

No parent probably needs convincing that kids are highly emotional beings. They can start crying at the drop of a hat and stop just as quickly. Some children probably scroll through half a dozen different emotions during a standard lunch break at school. For this girl, though, the waterworks presumably didn’t come and go in a matter of minutes.

Otherwise, her teacher probably wouldn’t have left a note stating that it was an “emotional day.” It’s unclear why it was so emotional or what set her off. However, judging by the teacher’s other comment, it presumably wasn’t anything bad. We guess she just loves her dad, and her joy came out as sadness that day. It wouldn’t be the first time a kid expressed themselves in a confusing way.

Sometimes it’s the teacher who becomes the student

In most cases, kids are supposed to be the ones learning from their teachers. However, occasionally, things are the other way around. Some teachers understand that things have changed a lot since they were younger, so there’s actually a lot they can learn from their students. Most wouldn’t want to admit this, especially as it might lead the children to think they have the upper hand.

Still, this teacher wasn’t afraid to be honest, at least to Dakota’s parents. They admitted to being envious of the boy’s popping and locking skills and wanted to take lessons. Well, it’s better than them writing a note to his parents saying that him dancing all the time is a bad thing. We wonder if they ever got those lessons.

As insults go, there are worse things to call someone than a muggle

When it comes to insults, this one is probably funnier than it is offensive. For those unfamiliar with the fantasy ‘Harry Potter’ series, a muggle is essentially anyone that doesn’t possess magical abilities. It’s sometimes used as a derogatory term by the more sinister characters in the franchise. However, it’s not really much of an insult.

That’s why it’s somewhat surprising that it earned this kid a detention. Then again, the fact that they used it on a teacher may have been what tipped the scale against them. Given that they presumably meant it as an insult and aimed it at a teacher rather than a student, this probably justified the punishment. However, there are definitely worse things that they could have said and done.