No, you don't owe anyone an explanation.

As for the kids, I am not sure what grade you teach...but it is hard for them to catch on to that and remember. My kindergarten teacher got married a few years after I had her and I STILL call her by her maiden name (my mom works with her is the reason I periodically see her). It is just hard for me to think of her with a different name.

It will eventually phase out with the kids and if it doesn't bother you too much then I would just not make a big deal out of it.

Adults are a different story.....correct them and no explanation is necessary.

As for me....I haven't gotten the nerve to change my things at work yet. Just not ready. I will be in my own time.


Kris