Mr Cunningham’s InclinationNo teacher in their right mind wants to remain after the bell, unless they have no option. Parents’ night, for example. What I’m talking about is the extra-curricular activities, or other altruistic things teachers get themselves involved in. I’ve said it time and time again, they get no reward, financially or otherwise, for the work they do. Yes, periodically I have questioned the motives of certain members of staff. Having said that, it’s vital in any school environment that they have things like a football team, music clubs and drama clubs to participate in. Sometimes the school environment is the only solace these kids get. I ran a creative-writing class years ago, or tried to. It’s a thankless task. In this job you’re constantly being let down by students. I
