| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| *Teacher's request of a slacking student | Universal | 27 May 2024 |
| Worrisome note from a teacher | ||
| Teacher's request of a slacking student | Universal | 10 Dec 2023 |
| Ominous request from a teacher ... or a hint to the first words (and following letters!) of 17-, 26- and 43-Across | New York Times | 26 May 2021 |
| Possible message under a red F | Newsday | 05 Oct 2019 |
| Teacher's request | ||
| Teacher's request | ||
| Teacher's request | ||
| "Your grades aren't what they should be" |