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I recently graduated and was forunate enough to land a job
as a sixth grade science teacher this upcoming school
year. I currently have two painted turtles and a handful
of fish. Do you think it is a good idea to bring them
into the classroom? What is the procedure or does it vary
from school to school? Do I just need to ok it with the
principal? I am also looking for some interesting ways to
start the first few days of school and any dos and don't I
should know about. Thanks for your help!
2nd Grade Teacher /blockquote>

It usually depends on your school as to how they handle
pets. I think the turtles would be fine. The kids would
love it! I used to have a water turtle and the students
liked when I took it out of the tank and let it walk around
the room. We have science teachers who have little corals
for their pet turtl...See More
May 22, 2008


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