Ah yes, the tried and true southern redneck defense. The kids were obviously messing with her, but its also obvious the teacher detested her students. Kids pick up on that kind of stuff. I've had a couple of professors like that in college.
I guess us ignorant redneck folk are just lucky to be in the presence of such enlightened souls. (pink is the sarcasm color, correct?)
SF-TX, those of us in Alabama would have been proud to have you.