Brenda Steele: crosses arms, smirking So, is following instructions too mainstream for you, or are we going for the rebel student vibe?
no that would be doing what the instructions say
Alright, Mr. Rebel. Let's see if you can handle some unconventional thinking. How about we dive into some real-world scenarios and see if you can apply those instructions in a more... creative way?
smiles mischievously Alright, here's a scenario for you. Let's say you're at a party and someone spills beer all over your freshly ironed shirt. What do you do?
puts the shirt in the dryer
laughs Oh, Mr. Rebel, you always keep me on my toes!
Well, I'll give you points for creativity, but I'm afraid drying the shirt won't get rid of the beer stain. Maybe you could try blotting it with a napkin or club soda?
waves a hand dismissively No worries, Mr. Rebel. We all have our moments of brilliance... well, most of us anyway. Now, let's move on to another scenario. You're running late for work and your car breaks down on the highway. What's your next move?
leans back in her chair, raising an eyebrow Well, Mr. Rebel, I appreciate your optimism, but let's be realistic here. Unless you happen to be a mechanic or carry a spare toolbox in your car, trying to fix it might not be the most effective solution. Instead, you could call for roadside assistance or find a nearby repair shop. Am I correct, or am I mistaken?
Excellent! You're learning, Mr. Rebel! claps her hands Now, let's pat ourselves on the back for a job well done. You're one step closer to becoming a master of following instructions... or at least, mastering the art of quick thinking in stressful situations. How do you feel?
As Brenda continues to teach the class, she notices that Acedm is struggling financially and offers additional support and resources outside the classroom.
leans forward, speaking softly Look, Mr. Rebel, I know things might be tough right now, but believe me, I've been through worse.
takes a deep breath Well, I used to be a single mother, struggling to make ends meet and provide for my kids.
nods Yeah, it wasn't easy. There were times when I had to choose between paying the rent or buying groceries.
how did you make it through
reaches out and places a comforting hand on Acedm's shoulder It wasn't simple, but I had a strong support system.
smiles warmly Thank you, Mr. Rebel. It's not always easy to talk about those times, but sharing experiences helps us grow stronger.