Case
A hundred dollar bill

You have just completed a meeting with parents to discuss preparing the students for the upcoming state test. A parent of one of your lower performing students hands you a hundred dollar bill and insists you keep it to offset any expenses you might incur. What would be the right action(s)?

Posted on: 09/23/14 | Views: 1298
Solution #1
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To take the money would be unethical. You could simply insist that the parent take the money back. If the parent is unwilling to take the money back, I would take it to my principal, let him know what happened and to wait to be advised on the next steps.

I agree with this solution. Taking the money from the parent is wrong. If the parent remains persistent the best thing to do is give the money to the principal and let them decide how to move forward.

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Solution #2
It is against the code of ethics to accept money from students or parents. I would tell the parent that what ever they deem is necessary for the students then feel free to purchase but I am not allowed to accept monetary gifts from parents.
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Solution #3
The right action would be to hand the money backs and tell them no thank you. As a teacher you have ethical principles to abide by and taking money for work is unethical.
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Solution #4
A teacher's reaction is to properly excuse such manner. Ask the parent if there's any resources that is within the teacher's power in order for the student to be prepped for the upcoming state test.
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Solution #5
Taking this offer would be completely unethical. The parent should know that this kind of bribery is not acceptable, but as a teacher you should politely decline the money and explain to the parents that if the student studies and works hard that they will do well.
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Solution #6
The right actions would be to give the parent back the money regardless of them insisting. If the parent does not allow it then give it to the principal of the school you are working at your site and make sure the parent receives it back.
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Solution #7
I would not accept it and explain why. I'd also bring the situation to the proper channels of authority.
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