Brief Summary
The principal addresses a student, Joe, for repeatedly skateboarding inside the school building, specifically in the cafeteria. The principal emphasizes that skateboarding is a safety issue and a violation of school rules. Despite Joe's attempts to justify his actions by comparing it to other students' behavior and suggesting that enough time has passed to warrant a change in the rules, the principal remains firm. The consequence for Joe's actions includes on-campus suspension and the confiscation of his skateboard, which the principal threatens to burn in a bonfire, highlighting the seriousness of the repeated offense.
- Principal enforces school rules regarding skateboarding.
- Student attempts to justify actions, but the principal remains firm.
- Consequences include on-campus suspension and potential destruction of the skateboard.
Addressing the Skateboard Violation
The principal is seen walking around the school to ensure students are following the rules. He confronts a student named Joe, who is skateboarding inside the cafeteria. The principal emphasizes that Joe has been in trouble for skateboarding before, and it's a safety issue for him and other students. The principal demands the skateboard, expressing his disappointment and frustration with Joe's repeated violation of the rules.
Confrontation and Consequences
The principal questions Joe's judgment in skateboarding in the cafeteria, emphasizing that it is not acceptable. He dismisses Joe's attempts to compare his actions to other students using carts, asserting that it's not the same. The principal states that he will provide Joe with clear direction on not skateboarding in the hallway or cafeteria. He threatens to burn the skateboard in a bonfire as a consequence for his repeated offense.
Repeated Offense and Rule Enforcement
Despite Joe's promise not to repeat the behavior, the principal reminds him that he made the same promise before. The principal clarifies that he is not there to debate but to enforce the rules, which Joe is flagrantly violating. He reminds Joe of their previous conversation where he was told that skateboarding on school property is prohibited and that the skateboard would be burned if brought back.
Justification Attempts and Analogy
Joe attempts to justify his actions by suggesting that enough time has passed since the last warning, implying that the rules might have changed. The principal refutes this by using the analogy of a bank robber, explaining that rules do not change simply because time has passed. He warns Joe against having an attitude and threatens him with on-campus suspension.
On-Campus Suspension and Final Words
The principal informs Joe that he will be spending time in on-campus suspension for riding the skateboard inside the building, which violates school rules. The principal asks for confirmation that Joe understands the situation. The principal confirms that the bonfire has seen skateboards before.
