NFT: Mr. McBeth goes home and comes back to school the next day as Mrs. McBeth...WTF?

arrowheadnation · 02-28-2006, 12:19 PM

If I were a school kid, and this would happen, I don't think I could take it. This would have to be so damn weird and taxing on these kids' psyches. I can't believe the school board OK'd this. However, I'm sure if they didn't they'd be faced with litogation. Would you want your kids to be exposed to this?

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060228/...her_sex_change

Teacher to Return After Having Sex Change By JOHN CURRAN, Associated Press Writer
Tue Feb 28, 4:18 AM ET

EAGLESWOOD TOWNSHIP, N.J. - To students at Eagleswood Elementary School, she used to be Mr. McBeth. Now, after undergoing a sex change, 71-year-old Lily McBeth is ready to return to teaching as Miss McBeth.

Despite criticism from parents, the school board on Monday stood by its decision to allow McBeth to resume working as a substitute teacher.

After two hours of public debate and a private meeting with McBeth and her lawyer, the board took no action on calls by several parents to bar McBeth from returning to the school where she taught for five years before becoming a woman.

"It was magnificent," McBeth said afterward. "You saw democracy in action."

McBeth, a retired sales executive who was married for 33 years and had three children, underwent gender reassignment surgery last year and re-applied for her job under her new name.

McBeth on Monday told the school board and the crowd that she loves teaching and children, and looks forward to returning to the classroom.

"This is not something I got into just as a whim," she said.

Several parents said children in the school — which consists of kindergarten through sixth grade — were not old enough to understand the concept of changing one's gender.

"I, as a parent, am appalled to have this issue brought into my child's psychology," Steve Bond said.

Vincent Mustacchio predicted "chaos" at the school when the students learned of McBeth's surgery.

Young children will be confused by the conflicting appearance of McBeth, who has a deep voice and masculine features but otherwise looks like a woman, other parents said.

"I will not allow you to put my kids in a petri dish and hope it all turns out fine," said Mark Schnepp, who had taken out an ad in a local newspaper urging parents to turn out for the meeting.

Several people spoke in support of McBeth, including three transgender people, two former students of McBeth's and a handful of others, saying that the fact that she is a good teacher was more important than whether she appears as a man or a woman in class.

"There's really nothing to fear because a person is transgender," said Karina Mari, a mother of three school-age children who said she has transgender relatives.

School board attorney Paul Carr said McBeth was a good teacher who had received favorable reviews during her tenure as a substitute.

Earlier this month, the board voted 4-1 to accept her application to return to the classroom.

It's unclear how soon McBeth will resume teaching, Carr said. That depends on the need for substitutes and the availability of certified teachers who get priority when a spot opens up, he said.

Steven Goldstein, chairman of Garden State Equality, a gay rights advocacy group supporting McBeth's bid to resume teaching, called the school board's action historic.

tyton75 · 02-28-2006, 12:52 PM

"who wants to pound my sweet vag?!?!" -- Mr./Mrs. Garrison

someone had to say it!

sedated · 02-28-2006, 12:59 PM

they should at least make that old bag chop her schlong in the summer

Sully · 02-28-2006, 01:01 PM

I think since he/she is a substitute teacher, it won't have nearly the effect that an everyday teacher would have.

jspchief · 02-28-2006, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sully

I think since he/she is a substitute teacher, it won't have nearly the effect that an everyday teacher would have.

I agree.

Although it's going to be a distraction anyway. I think the school board should suggest retirement.

**Gonzo** · 02-28-2006, 01:05 PM

Hello Girls! I should be gettin my period any day now. __Mrs. Garrison

Amnorix · 02-28-2006, 01:28 PM

What's the worry? That kids want to copy the teacher and have a sex change too?

Honestly, there are only a few small number of teachers that have a huge impact on kid's lives. For some kids there is that one special teacher they might connect with. For many kids, an ATHLETIC coach can be a huge influence.

One substitute teacher?

Please.

Monty · 02-28-2006, 01:54 PM

"It was magnificent," McBeth said afterward. "You saw democracy in action."

Heh. You go girl!

jspchief · 02-28-2006, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Amnorix

What's the worry? That kids want to copy the teacher and have a sex change too?

Honestly, there are only a few small number of teachers that have a huge impact on kid's lives. For some kids there is that one special teacher they might connect with. For many kids, an ATHLETIC coach can be a huge influence.

One substitute teacher?

Please.

Substitute teachers have a hard enough time commanding respect. This guy/girl will have that much more trouble.

It's going to be a distraction, plain and simple.

Extra Point · 02-28-2006, 02:59 PM

Well, that's "substitute" by definition......

71 years old? Still teaching? Why? That sex change is a sure cure for boredom, alright.

Inspector · 02-28-2006, 03:10 PM

71 years old??

Crap, what difference does it make?? He/she aint gonna get much use out of it either way.

Been easier to get one of those really large rubber bands and applied it...in.....a...certain....way.

**Dave Lane** · 02-28-2006, 03:24 PM

Maybe he had LTD and just decided that it didn't matter anymore. Heck if you don't use it you lose it and I guess this is proof.

Dave

(Limp Tired Dick)

02-28-2006, 12:19 PM	Topic Starter
arrowheadnation MONTANA #19 Join Date: Mar 2005 Casino cash: $3717357	NFT: Mr. McBeth goes home and comes back to school the next day as Mrs. McBeth...WTF? If I were a school kid, and this would happen, I don't think I could take it. This would have to be so damn weird and taxing on these kids' psyches. I can't believe the school board OK'd this. However, I'm sure if they didn't they'd be faced with litogation. Would you want your kids to be exposed to this? http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060228/...her_sex_change Teacher to Return After Having Sex Change By JOHN CURRAN, Associated Press Writer Tue Feb 28, 4:18 AM ET EAGLESWOOD TOWNSHIP, N.J. - To students at Eagleswood Elementary School, she used to be Mr. McBeth. Now, after undergoing a sex change, 71-year-old Lily McBeth is ready to return to teaching as Miss McBeth. Despite criticism from parents, the school board on Monday stood by its decision to allow McBeth to resume working as a substitute teacher. After two hours of public debate and a private meeting with McBeth and her lawyer, the board took no action on calls by several parents to bar McBeth from returning to the school where she taught for five years before becoming a woman. "It was magnificent," McBeth said afterward. "You saw democracy in action." McBeth, a retired sales executive who was married for 33 years and had three children, underwent gender reassignment surgery last year and re-applied for her job under her new name. McBeth on Monday told the school board and the crowd that she loves teaching and children, and looks forward to returning to the classroom. "This is not something I got into just as a whim," she said. Several parents said children in the school — which consists of kindergarten through sixth grade — were not old enough to understand the concept of changing one's gender. "I, as a parent, am appalled to have this issue brought into my child's psychology," Steve Bond said. Vincent Mustacchio predicted "chaos" at the school when the students learned of McBeth's surgery. Young children will be confused by the conflicting appearance of McBeth, who has a deep voice and masculine features but otherwise looks like a woman, other parents said. "I will not allow you to put my kids in a petri dish and hope it all turns out fine," said Mark Schnepp, who had taken out an ad in a local newspaper urging parents to turn out for the meeting. Several people spoke in support of McBeth, including three transgender people, two former students of McBeth's and a handful of others, saying that the fact that she is a good teacher was more important than whether she appears as a man or a woman in class. "There's really nothing to fear because a person is transgender," said Karina Mari, a mother of three school-age children who said she has transgender relatives. School board attorney Paul Carr said McBeth was a good teacher who had received favorable reviews during her tenure as a substitute. Earlier this month, the board voted 4-1 to accept her application to return to the classroom. It's unclear how soon McBeth will resume teaching, Carr said. That depends on the need for substitutes and the availability of certified teachers who get priority when a spot opens up, he said. Steven Goldstein, chairman of Garden State Equality, a gay rights advocacy group supporting McBeth's bid to resume teaching, called the school board's action historic.
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Sully It Goes On Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lees Summit Casino cash: $10026331	I think since he/she is a substitute teacher, it won't have nearly the effect that an everyday teacher would have. __________________ "And I don't wish that girl any bad luck," he said, "but I hope she gets hit with a car." - Tommy Lasorda
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Amnorix In BB I trust Join Date: May 2003 Location: Boston, Mass. Casino cash: $10029808	What's the worry? That kids want to copy the teacher and have a sex change too? Honestly, there are only a few small number of teachers that have a huge impact on kid's lives. For some kids there is that one special teacher they might connect with. For many kids, an ATHLETIC coach can be a huge influence. One substitute teacher? Please. __________________ "I love signature blocks on the Internet. I get to put whatever the hell I want in quotes, pick a pretend author, and bang, it's like he really said it." George Washington
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Extra Point MVP Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Prairie Village, KS Casino cash: $10004900	Well, that's "substitute" by definition...... 71 years old? Still teaching? Why? That sex change is a sure cure for boredom, alright. __________________ "Sometimes I sits and thinks, and sometimes I just sits." --Satchel Paige
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Inspector MVP Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: K.C. Casino cash: $9914975	71 years old?? Crap, what difference does it make?? He/she aint gonna get much use out of it either way. Been easier to get one of those really large rubber bands and applied it...in.....a...certain....way.
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