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User Profile: Bearbear22
Bearbear22 February 21st

My friend saw my gym teacher taking pictures of her and my chests. Mind you i am in 7th grade and a girl. We told a teacher but he said there’s not much he can do.

when i said i wanted a more exiting life this isn’t what i meant!!!!!

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User Profile: Amanda84
Amanda84 February 21st

@Bearbear22

I'm sorry that this happened and I honestly cannot understand why another teacher would say there's nothing they can do.

This is not acceptable.

Tell the principal and get it documented at the very least 🩷

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User Profile: JerseyGirl55305
JerseyGirl55305 February 22nd

@Bearbear22

First, a gym teacher taking pictures of you and your friend's chests is wrong. It's not normal. Not harmless. You shouldn't just "deal with" it.

It was right to tell a teacher. What you've done makes me proud.

If the teacher said “not much he can do,” go higher. Incredibly serious. You should:

  • Inform your parents immediately.
  • Inform the principal.
  • Tell the school counselor if you feel safe.
  • If needed, have an adult call the school district.

A staff member who sexually photographs students' bodies must be investigated. Schools must take this seriously.  You are in 7th grade. You're a juvenile. Adults should protect you, not ignore you.

I must also stress that if you feel unsafe, call or text 988 (in the U.S.) for help or notify a trusted adult. Call 911 if someone is in immediate danger.

What about your last line? I realize you were probably joking because this is overwhelming. That’s normal. Neither drama nor “excitement.” This boundary violation needs to be addressed.

  • Your reaction is understandable.
  • You are not being dramatic.
  • You're right to say something.

    Talk with a trusted adult today   🤗
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User Profile: Bearbear22
Bearbear22 OP February 23rd

@JerseyGirl55305 thank you so much. about the last line, it was a joke because my life was super boring, and some people make jokes to deal with stuff I’m one of those people.

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