I don't think I have what it takes to succeed in the city. I don't have enough of an understanding of the values of those kids in order to succeed at teaching them. Plus, I am afraid for my life. :)
Maybe after teaching for 10 years or so will I have the skills where I could.
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My daughter in law teaches in a have/have-not school. She got stuck her first year with the "loser" kids. The first two weeks she called me every day crying that she was NOT prepared. She's now worked there 3 years and is the most loved and respected teacher in her school.
It CAN be done. Hang in there!
Not only are the values of many kids warped, they believe some of the strangest things, and they DON'T believe some of the most obvious things. And if you try to convince them, they look at you like you are the one who is nuts. It's a totally different world. But there are a few gems hidden among them. Kids who have both parents and who have a rock solid set of good values.