Announcement

[oh_earwax]

Ah. The incident involving Miss Calogera was meant to proceed as quietly as possible, so naturally, the whole school knows.

Before the rumour mill begins milling, I think you students are owed an explanation, Miss Calogera's friends in particular. I am quite sure the news will reach the Prophet soon enough, so I don't believe I am out of line in informing you.

Miss Calogera has been taken into custody over a matter of Italian politics. Unfortunately, she has been implicated in a very serious matter, the full details of which I am not at liberty to divulge. I will, however, say that Miss Calogera has my unwavering support, and I shall not hesitate to come to her defence in court. So worry not, students: I am quite sure she will be back within our halls in little time.


It has also come to my attention that there has been a bit of commotion between our prefects recently, and I believe this as good a time as any to call a meeting. Could the prefects and Heads of each House report to me, please?



((Anyone is free to comment, but just so things don't get too confusing: if you're a prefect or HoH, (and not commenting on Juliet's situation) please put "Meeting" in your subject line.))

Comments

Meeting

[yukimi-mama.livejournal.com]

This is about my kids, isn't it..

Meeting

[oh-earwax.livejournal.com]

I assure you, Professor, it is a lesson I wish for all the Prefects to know.

Now, I presume you are all aware of a certain altercation?

Re: Meeting

[plastic-spastic.livejournal.com]

He was cheating on me!

Meeting

[oh-earwax.livejournal.com]

Ah yes, that would be the altercation in question.

Now, this squabble was brought to blows with a fellow Housemate, am I correct?

Re: Meeting

[plastic-spastic.livejournal.com]

And break a nail? I don't think so. I threw things.

Meeting

[oh-earwax.livejournal.com]

Well, we shall all be thankful for that.

Tell me, Miss Von Tussle, when the issue arose, did you think to speak to your Head of House about these matters?

Re: Meeting

[plastic-spastic.livejournal.com]

So he can give him a pat on the back?

Meeting

[oh-earwax.livejournal.com]

So that when complications arise between prefects, they can be solved in a manner without any objects being thrown at Miss Berry.

Meeting

[yukimi-mama.livejournal.com]

Too well..

Meeting 1/2

[oh-earwax.livejournal.com]

I'm afraid that taking blows in the line of our glorious vocation is an occupational hazzard. Do see Madam Pomfrey if you find yourself with lingering aches; it wouldn't do for one of our Defence against the Dark Arts professors to feel unwell.

Meeting

[oh-earwax.livejournal.com]

Those who are Heads of House, I wish to heavily recommend that you guide your students in these matters, including those who are prefects. They often need the most guidance of all.

Meeting

[yukimi-mama.livejournal.com]

...Even if it's a girl crying about her boyfriend?

Meeting

[oh-earwax.livejournal.com]

Such relationships are a part of growing up, but sometimes we need the guiding hand of an adult to sort things out. As Head of Slytherin House, it is part of your responsibility to ensure that such things don't spiral out of control.

Meeting

[testdriveme.livejournal.com]

It wasn't what everyone thinks.

Meeting

[oh-earwax.livejournal.com]

I am not here to judge, Mr. Larkin. My greatest concern is that the prefects of Slytherin continue to be able to work together for the good of their house.

Meeting

[dofaye.livejournal.com]

I've heard about it, but I'm afraid I don't know any details.

But with all due respect, sir, isn't Juliet's situation a more important topic?

Meeting

[oh-earwax.livejournal.com]

More important it certainly is, Mr. de Ferrier, but unfortunately, I have already said all that I am at liberty to say on the matter. Be assured that I will be following the situation closely.

Did you have something you would like to add?

Meeting

[dofaye.livejournal.com]

I know, but I'm still concerned. [And he hoped he could get some juicy details in private. :c]

Only that I wish I had done something more. [Which goes for both topics!]

\Meeting

[oh-earwax.livejournal.com]

A noble sentiment.

Re: Meeting

[akaj1sh1.livejournal.com]

I talked with both Ms. von Tussle and with Mr. Larkin. However, Mr. von Tussle was much too distraught and upset to talk with reasonably, sir.

Re: Meeting

[plastic-spastic.livejournal.com]

You told me not to talk about my feelings.

Re: Meeting

[akaj1sh1.livejournal.com]

At least not out in the open like that is what I said. Please don't exclude information like that if you would be so kind, Ms. von Tussle.

Re: Meeting

[plastic-spastic.livejournal.com]

If you don't like what I have to say, don't look at my journal.

Re: Meeting

[akaj1sh1.livejournal.com]

The point of the matter is that you should act in a way that is becoming of a prefect, not do something completely outrageous as you have done with that journal post. You mentioned things in your journal that's considered to be 'too much information,' of which I think you know what I am referring to.

That, coupled with the fact that it was public enough for even the first years to read, really makes it look bad for all the prefects.

It is not to say that you are not allowed to express yourself, but it is more of a fact that you should have done so privately with Mr. Larkin.

Re: Meeting

[plastic-spastic.livejournal.com]

I doubt they think storks and elves bring babies to parents.