Do you see Mr. Kidder’s problem mainly as a disease or a lack of moral fber? Explain your answer. Do you believe that as a teacher Mr. Kidder should be held to a higher moral standard than ordinary citizens? Why or why not? Should what Mr. Kidder does in his private life make a difference in his job status? Why or why not? Does it make a difference that he is a good teacher? A good administrator?

A good colleague? Where would you draw the line between what is of public concern and what is strictly private when considering school employees?