<p>TimeCruncher, I’m really interested in some specific details about these teacher intrusions that your D has faced. I agree that narcissists and “power-hungry autocrats” are great descriptions of teachers who cross boundaries. I also agree that some teachers DO love to be overly involved with the needy students. Sometimes the students has carefully developed this needy persona to avoid following the rules & standards of the rest of the class.</p>
<p>My own D describes these students as “suck-ups” and really has not been much bothered by them. I really couldn’t say how successful their tactics have been. But your D seems to have been targeted by teachers intent on intruding. Would you mind sharing some specifics?</p>