Teachers are not mind readers. We try to help as much as we can, but there needs to be some communication from the student, as well. For me, I can sometimes tell something is wrong, but, until I have confirmation from the student about what is wrong and we have taken action for help, I have to treat students equally. If, for example, you don’t hand your assignment in on time and everyone else has, unless we have had a conversation about it and tried to help your situation, you will have consequences for not submitting your work. I try to reach out to the student to initiate a conversation, but they need to tell their teacher the information in order for their teacher to try to help them in every aspect of their life (including personal, academic, familial, etc).
I hope you reach out for help. If you do not have a good relationship with one of your teachers, talk to any staff member in the school, whether it’s a guidance counsellor, principal, secretary, custodian, ANYONE. In my experience, the students who do speak and ask for help find it a relief, as accommodations can be made to help them. It is easy to become overwhelmed, but, believe me, most (unfortunately, I cannot say all) people who work in education are there to HELP THE STUDENTS IN ANY WAY POSSIBLE. They want to see you SUCCEED in life. Ask for help – it won’t be judged or go against you.
Teaching In Real Life 