Two teenagers assault 60-year-old teacher who confiscated one of their iPod's

[G-town Teacher]

I was just browsing the web when I came across this site - I am a co-worker of Frank Burd - the teacher assaulted over an Ipod. It just amazes me to read some of the comments made by people who really do not have a clue about what happened and why. If you would have taken the time to read an actual news atricle you wouldn't look so stupid when you post.

Yes, it is a school district wide policy that states that electronic devices are not permitted in Phila public schools - however, most of us who work in this urban area know that kids are going to be kids and will bring these things to school -it's what they decide to do with them when they get to school that makes the difference.

This particular student decided to sit in Franks math class with the music turned up to maxium volume - not in his pocket or bag as some of you have suggested - The student was disruping the class -- Frank asked the student several times to turn the music off. The student refused. Frank asked the student for the Ipod and told the student he could have it back at the end of class. The student left the class. At the end of the period Frank entered the hall where he was blind sided by his student and his 9th grade friend - They knocked Frank down and, as he fell, his head hit the side of the lockers. Frank never had the chance to return the Ipod.

Franks neck was broken in two places and still remains in the hospital. Believe it or not his biggest concern was over who was going to teach his kids while he was recovering . . . and that he wasn't going to have ANOTHER YEAR of PERFECT ATTENDANCE!!!

We should all be supporting Frank and not the out of control behavior of some students.

 

[Wile E]

I was just browsing the web when I came across this site - I am a co-worker of Frank Burd - the teacher assaulted over an Ipod. It just amazes me to read some of the comments made by people who really do not have a clue about what happened and why. If you would have taken the time to read an actual news atricle you wouldn't look so stupid when you post.

Yes, it is a school district wide policy that states that electronic devices are not permitted in Phila public schools - however, most of us who work in this urban area know that kids are going to be kids and will bring these things to school -it's what they decide to do with them when they get to school that makes the difference.

This particular student decided to sit in Franks math class with the music turned up to maxium volume - not in his pocket or bag as some of you have suggested - The student was disruping the class -- Frank asked the student several times to turn the music off. The student refused. Frank asked the student for the Ipod and told the student he could have it back at the end of class. The student left the class. At the end of the period Frank entered the hall where he was blind sided by his student and his 9th grade friend - They knocked Frank down and, as he fell, his head hit the side of the lockers. Frank never had the chance to return the Ipod.

Franks neck was broken in two places and still remains in the hospital. Believe it or not his biggest concern was over who was going to teach his kids while he was recovering . . . and that he wasn't going to have ANOTHER YEAR of PERFECT ATTENDANCE!!!

We should all be supporting Frank and not the out of control behavior of some students.

I'm glad to see someone "in the know" come here and post. We wish the best for Frank, and hope he makes an expedient and full recovery. Please come back and post updates on his health.

 

[Casheti]

It seems like sometimes you simply cannot get between a teenager and their iPod. Frank Burd, A 60 year old teacher in Germantown, Pennsylvania, confiscated one of his 14-year-old student's iPod's. The student, infuriated, came back with one of his 11th-grade friends, and proceeded to break Mr.Burd's neck in two places. Fortunately, Mr.Burd's condition is stable and improving. The two delinquents will be charged as adults in court.

Source: EnGadget

I'm IN THE NEWS!!

 

[Namslas90]

I'm glad to see someone "in the know" come here and post. We wish the best for Frank, and hope he makes an expedient and full recovery. Please come back and post updates on his health.

Likewise, and may I add a "Get well soon Frank", and I'm sure your 'students' miss you!

 

[KennyT772]

I'm IN THE NEWS!!

what in the hell are you talking about?

 

[Casheti]

You tell me... >.>

 

[zekrahminator]

I was just browsing the web when I came across this site - I am a co-worker of Frank Burd - the teacher assaulted over an Ipod. It just amazes me to read some of the comments made by people who really do not have a clue about what happened and why. If you would have taken the time to read an actual news atricle you wouldn't look so stupid when you post.

Yes, it is a school district wide policy that states that electronic devices are not permitted in Phila public schools - however, most of us who work in this urban area know that kids are going to be kids and will bring these things to school -it's what they decide to do with them when they get to school that makes the difference.

This particular student decided to sit in Franks math class with the music turned up to maxium volume - not in his pocket or bag as some of you have suggested - The student was disruping the class -- Frank asked the student several times to turn the music off. The student refused. Frank asked the student for the Ipod and told the student he could have it back at the end of class. The student left the class. At the end of the period Frank entered the hall where he was blind sided by his student and his 9th grade friend - They knocked Frank down and, as he fell, his head hit the side of the lockers. Frank never had the chance to return the Ipod.

Franks neck was broken in two places and still remains in the hospital. Believe it or not his biggest concern was over who was going to teach his kids while he was recovering . . . and that he wasn't going to have ANOTHER YEAR of PERFECT ATTENDANCE!!!

We should all be supporting Frank and not the out of control behavior of some students.

Ah, I didn't know that part of the story...I'll go add those details to the original post right now . My news sources have been rather lacking in details lately....but oh well. They still get the point across.