Professionalism not persecution

he principal of a Kapiti Coast primary school is under investigation over teachers' complaints of sexual harassment and bullying.

Whether the allegations are true or not this may give us all a little pause for thought as we must be reminded that to “be a bit silly” as Marsden states is really not professional at all.
Teachers often take critism of their style and performance in the classroom very personally. The reason being that so much of teaching is about personailiy, relating others and sharing with students enough of oneself to develop a respect and a relationship which encourages learning and academic growth. But there is a fine line between allowing your personality out within a school environment and ensuring a level of professionalism is maintained. 
We as teachers all hold a great responsibility. How and what we share with students is a balancing act we have to do - so too with staff within the staffroom it would appear.

All your friends could be colleagues but not all colleagues are your friends. 

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