Wish me luck ......

**Marshal Moroni** · 16th March 08, 09:21 PM

Well, I am fairly new to the kilt, though I have manged to acquire 7 so far. Mostly I have worn them for casual and day to day wear. A couple of times for formal occasions, but tomorrow I take the scary (for me) step.

You see I teach High School Science (Biology and Earth Science) in a Continuation High School (about 90% of our students have Probation Officers) in a predominately Latino (99%) neighborhood.

Tomorrow, for St. Patrick's Day I'm wearing my SWK Irish National Standard.

The reaction of my students should be very interesting.

Keep your fingers crossed for me,

Marshal Moroni

**J.B. Simpson** · 16th March 08, 09:29 PM

I wish you well. Hopefully it will entice positive reactions, and maybe a chance for the students to learn something new.

**Bugbear** · 16th March 08, 09:31 PM

Good luck. It sounds like your doing very valuable work, thank you.

**northernsky** · 16th March 08, 10:16 PM

Well done. I imagine some of the students will surprise you--in a nice way. I have found after the third time in a kilt, the kids don't even notice, except to compliment me. Enjoy your day.

**James MacMillan** · 16th March 08, 10:21 PM

OK - Good Luck - But with the proper attitude, I don't think you will need luck, good or bad. Just be yourself and enjoy the day!

**SFCRick** · 16th March 08, 11:32 PM

good luck

**Riverkilt** · 16th March 08, 11:52 PM

Hey MM,

You'll be fine. I work with criminal justice clients every day...juvie, adult, probation, parole, diversion, pretrial. Am often kilted. Never been an issue in the group/classroom setting. Even over at the high school in the "bad kids class." Even in our local jail. Not an issue.

Most I've gotten is a serious question cause they wanna know, and a lot of positive comments from the young tough guys in the halls. They know true juevos when they see them.

You'll be fine and they'll probably appreciate the variety in their day.

Ron

**Ancienne Alliance** · 17th March 08, 02:09 AM

Yes, I sincerely hope all will go just fine;
Please keep us informed.

**robthehiker** · 17th March 08, 04:08 AM

Good luck Marshall. Enjoy the day.

**McNulty** · 17th March 08, 04:36 AM

Marshal
You'll do fine. My first time at school with a kilt, I had to sit in the faculty parking lot an extra 10 mins saying to myself, "I can do this." It's a first time thing. You become very aware of all of the sets of eyes watching you. You hear all of the comments both good and bad, though whispered after you pass someone in the hall. It is VERY un- Macho for a Latino youth to look how you are going to dress today, they will snicker and point and make jokes,BUT don't let it get to you.
I take extra time getting ready for the day, when I'm going to wear my kilt to school. I make sure that all is in order. My shirts are ironed, my hose are staight, my shoes are shined, everything is neat. I actually dress nicer when wearing the kilt than without it. I'm proud to be wearing the kilt as you are.
I'll be wearing my Irish National today also. It is a way to celebrate our heritage and doubly so by wearing our kilt. I'll be with you as you sit in the faculty parking an extra 10 mins. thinking to yourself, "I can do this." Do the things that you normally do and explain the kilt, the tartan, and your reason(s) for wearing it today. Be proud because we/ I am proud of you for taking that step. Brother's in kilt and teaching!
Nulty