I dont think you are old fashioned Bath.

Some things should never go out of fashion iykwim.

As a teacher, I always address another teacher as Mrs or Mr..... in front of children as you need to set an example and the same with parents unless they specifically state that they would like to be called by their first name.

I dont get as dressed up for work as what might have been done in the past but the job description of a teacher has changed as well so I dress according to that. Def no thongs but if they are sandal type thongs I will wear those, along with jeans if we are dong something outside or its a 'play day'. If we have a formal assembly or something important on I would dress up more but with being on the floor with the kids and teaching sport you have to be a bit more practical.

The education system & the constant introduction of new technology has a lot of answer for in regards to writing, communicating, etc. I think it will continue to update with time.

I wasn't very impressed with a school that's about to give every child an ipod to look at their text books on!!! I would hate for books to go out of fashion!!!

Very interesting thread. BBL when i have put DD down.