I understand this, and some days my garters are fine. Other days however they are very aggressive in their attempts at escape...I'm afraid this might freak some of the kids out. I have had a Ball Python and a Gopher Snake brought in by students and they were a hit...with some kids. A fellow teacher has a Fox Snake and a small Eastern...his Fox bites kids and that isn't something I'm willing to deal with. I may take one of my Dekayi's, but my big garter is probably a NO, 39" and strong...with a BIT of an attitude at times. Remember ALL advice is appreciated...I'm just testing the water here.
Jerry