Teachers ban "67" in classrooms due to disruptions linked to a rap song and basketball player, using it as a focus tool despite ongoing student use.

Teachers nationwide are banning the slang term "67" in classrooms due to its disruptive use by students, often shouted when the numbers six and seven appear together. Linked to a rap song and a 6'7" basketball player, the phrase causes chaos during roll call, math lessons, and announcements. Educators like Adria Laplander in Michigan and Monica Choflet in New Jersey enforce consequences such as writing 67-word essays or repeating pledges multiple times. Some use the phrase as a classroom management tool by saying "6!" and having students respond "7!" to regain focus. Despite efforts, students continue using "67" outside class and in public settings. Teachers stress that while slang can build connection, it shouldn’t interfere with learning. The trend has gained attention on TikTok, reflecting broader concerns about student behavior and classroom order.