Sat Sep 14 18:36:00 UTC 2024: ## Former Teacher Recalls Defusing a Fight with a Silk Blouse and a Whole Lot of Heart
**Angleton, TX** – Patti Lanier Bludau, a former teacher at Freeport Intermediate School, reminisced about a particularly memorable day on campus. The incident, which involved a brawl between two students, showcased Bludau’s quick thinking and unwavering dedication to her students.
In her weekly column for The Facts, Bludau details the day a fight broke out in the school courtyard. While assigned to morning duty, she witnessed two students, whom she affectionately calls “Edgar” and “Calvin,” engage in a heated altercation.
Without hesitation, Bludau, despite being a young teacher at the time, stepped in to separate the boys. She recalls pushing them apart, temporarily halting the fight, giving time for administrators to intervene.
“Those two were my kiddos, make no mistake, and they were beating each other to a pulp,” Bludau wrote. “They meant business.”
Despite facing some minor injuries herself, Bludau remained focused on her students’ well-being. The altercation ultimately resulted in minor injuries for the students, and a lasting memory for Bludau. A bloodstain from the fight remained on the cuff of her silk blouse, a reminder of the day she stepped into the fray.
Bludau emphasizes the importance of building relationships with students and defending the reputation of her former school. The incident highlights the dedication and commitment teachers often display beyond the classroom, going above and beyond to care for their students.
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