Personal business inconsistent with school business
I would find it very uncomfortable, and even a bit careless or dangerous to intiate contact with a student on a personal level. Even were the student to initiate the discussion the line that should not be crossed begins to materialize. What do you think of this red flag?
I agree, Richard,
I was taught that we need to be friendly to our students, but not a friend. Any type of social relationship between a teacher and student, unless they are related by blood or marriage, is prohibitied by many institutions. Even if it is not specifically prohibited, it is a bad idea that undermines the institution.
