January 20, 2025 at 1:49 am

His Teacher Made Rude Jokes About His Disability, So He Made Fun Of His Divorce And Got In Trouble

by Ashley Ashbee

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Some kids get bullied or otherwise mistreated at school and it’s awful.

When this comes from a teacher, it’s that much worse.

But did the student in this story handle it appropriately?

Keep reading to see what you think.

AITA for insulting my teacher about his divorce?

Since I’ve been born, my legs haven’t functioned like most others and I’m in a wheelchair.

As an ambulatory wheelchair user, I’ve dealt with many insults and comments made in regards to my disability.

But in general I have met an amazing group of friendss who deeply care for and support me.

The trouble stems from one person.

Unfortunately, throughout my 2nd last year of high school I had to deal with a horrible math teacher who would make harmful comments towards my disability with a new “joke” pretty much every week.

I couldn’t enter the classroom without hearing: “Whoaa slam the break. Class has begun!” or “Lunch time has started, make sure to fill up on gas!” Or even the offensive nicknames like “hot rod” or … “rims.”

I’m sick of this trash.

So we’re in the new year, and we just had our final year meeting and lo and behold, I’m greeted by him with yet another pathetic joke.

So he launches a counterstrike.

It’s at this point where I let my emotions get the better of me, so I started shouting personal insults back towards him about his divorce.

I must admit, I said some pretty awful things, like how it was his fault and that it was probably a long time coming.

He immediately shouts at me then removes me from the meeting then my Mom and F receive a call, yelling at me for my actions.

His comments and the entire situation has added a lot of stress to me, on top of my own weight concerns.

I’ve been dreading another year at this stupid school only to be taught by this horrible man yet again.

Now I feel as though the insults are only going to get worse after my recent actions.

I just literally can’t. AITA?

Here is what folks are saying.

Haha!

Source: Reddit/AITA

I don’t get why people are like this.

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Records are key.

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It’s pretty common sense.

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Why are they acting as if it’s no biggie, but what the kid did is the end of the world?

Source: Reddit/AITA

Disability discrimination is not okay.

It’s bound to get old after a while.

If you liked this post, you might want to read this story about a teacher who taught the school’s administration a lesson after they made a sick kid take a final exam.

Ashley Ashbee | Contributing Writer, Workplace & Culture

Ashley Ashbee is a contributing writer for TwistedSifter specializing in workplace dynamics, employee advocacy, and professional culture. Drawing on her real-world experience as a software consultant, she brings a unique, insider perspective to navigating office conflicts, toxic management, and trending professional dilemmas.

Holding a degree in Professional Writing from York University, Ashley combines her formal editorial training with her corporate background to deliver highly engaging, empathetic narratives. She excels at breaking down complex workplace dramas and translating them into stories that truly empower and validate modern workers.

Based in St. Catharines, Ontario, Ashley balances her time between the tech and publishing worlds with her love for the outdoors. When she isn’t consulting or writing, she can usually be found exploring local walking trails or experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.

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