Most of my Korean students have an English name, some do not. Also, with (I think) all or at least most Korean names, their given name is comprised of what seems like 2 names. It's not a first and a middle name, they're both part of their "first" name.
I have one student whose second part of his name sounds like "cook". The environment in my classroom is family-like, so if I happen to come up with a good nickname for a student, I'll use that instead (as long as they're okay with it).
Well this student's name "cook" turned into "cookie" in my head, which is how I came up with the name "chocolate chip"... if you only knew this student, you'd know how perfect of a name that is for him! :D
In an effort to come up with a nickname for me, this student came up with "Ms Douglas - Hawk Eyes"... (Apparently I've mastered the trademark teacher skill of seeing what's going on behind me)
Unfortunately for me, when this student says "Ms. Douglas - Hawk Eyes" it sounds more like "Ms. Douglas - Hot Guys," which became a hot topic in my class one day.
In order to not have any confusion, my nickname has now been changed to "Ms. Douglas - Eagle Eyes"
:)
Have a great day!
P.S. I have a friend who is undergoing leg surgery tomorrow. Please keep him in your prayers.
