I don’t remember a nickname in my classroom, but I do ask students what they would like to be called. Especially when they have a name that is often shortened, like Michael or Benjamin. I think I do a better job with saying the name correctly, but will often have to ask the student to remind me how to spell their name. Students should have their name pronounced correctly in school since that is where they are spending a majority of their time. The story of the actress’s name that Ryan Seacrest jumbled is crazy. This young lady is trying to make a name for herself in Hollywood and I am assuming would want as many people as possible to know her given name. Giving her a nickname without her permission is disrespectful and he should be called out for it. I remember coaches growing up, giving players silly nicknames that would often stick for their high school careers. The coaches thought they were funny, but I had friends that hated every minute of it. Adults that are in leading and teaching students need to be aware of how their words affect the children in their charge.
