School's out for Summer!-AMA

[displacedinMN]

I said I would.

But a few classroom rules.
1. The answer to the obligatory question. No
2. There are no stupid questions-just stupid people that ask questions.
3. Teacher has the right to suspend you.
4. Teacher can take regular quarter and holiday breaks.

[DJay23]

Originally Posted by displacedinMN

4 days.

Same. Gonna have kids clean up and inventory the lab tomorrow (Half the school will be gone on a field trip with the band to a local amusement park). Then probably show a video Tuesday. Wednesday is "fun" day. Thursday is half day with awards and such.

Busy week of babysitting.

[DJay23]

Originally Posted by CaliforniaChief

Finishing up my first year at a small Jr. High/High School. It's been a great year, honestly. There are concerns because state funding (California) is a bit scary right now, but I am the high school teacher for World, US, and Government/Econ. so I should be good.

I commute to my job, which is the only downside, but considering the lack of discipline issues and good admin in place, it's well worth it to me.

I hope they continue to be good years. Don't listen to us old timers complain. There are sore spots with almost every job. Teaching is a rewarding profession that can allow you to fund a comfortable life.

Congrats on making it to the end and enjoy your summer!

[displacedinMN]

Originally Posted by DJay23

Same. Gonna have kids clean up and inventory the lab tomorrow (Half the school will be gone on a field trip with the band to a local amusement park). Then probably show a video Tuesday. Wednesday is "fun" day. Thursday is half day with awards and such.

Busy week of babysitting.

Short project Monday.

Half days for finals T-Th.

[pugsnotdrugs19]

Originally Posted by displacedinMN

A bit of a rant here.... In a mental predicament for the time being.

I had been teaching Earth Science for MANY years. Two years ago, my grade was switched to Physical Science.

I hate it. It is boring.

I asked my principal and a few others for reccs and have applied to a few public schools. Not sure if I can handle going back.

I also, have a 1000 grant for a new weather station at my current school which is much easier to work at.

My applications have not had a response. Not sure if it is licensure, being a male, being expensive or being white. I do have a lot of strikes against me in a public school. Which is amazing since everyone is so damn desperate for teachers.

Do I teach in a subject I hate and a place I like or teach a subject I like and a place that could kill me. The great mental debate.

Not looking for answers, just venting my quandary.

My old school has an opening. My PTSD and anxiety could not do it, and my wife said "HELL NO" Think Steely Dan....never going back to my old school.

I'd stay put. Environment > subject matter, if you are truly happy in the current culture.

[displacedinMN]

I AM DONE!!!!!!!!!

[displacedinMN]

Had a new student event tonight.

Told a few that they needed to bring me Mt. Dew and start cheering for the Chiefs.
This girl said "Is that a football team?" (she did just move back here from France)

then she says "Taylor Swifts boyfriend plays on that team!!!"


Yes, yes he does. Oh my.

[displacedinMN]

First real day of school.

Power is out-late start 10 am.
Third power outage in the area in the last 3 weeks.


Storms last night and this morning. A lot in the area without power. over 100k.

[displacedinMN]

Christmas Vacation is here!!!!!!!!!!!

[displacedinMN]

Vent----

School is not out yet-but wanted to update

I am on the job hunt again.

My job is being reduced to 0.8 Why?

a. There are just not as many kids around
B. (most importantly) at least 20 kids in 8th grade are being syphoned off so the 7th grade teacher can have her special science class and keep her full time or more.

The last few years-I have realized-My principal has favorites--and I am not one of them. She has an inner circle. I am on the outside. Those on the outside see it. Those on the inside-dont.
Favorite 7th grade teacher gets to do what she wants. Out of the circle 8th grade teacher gets screwed. I have gone weeks without my existence being acknowledged.

I have interviewed for the 9th grade Earth Science in my school-which is what I am good at. I wanted this class 4 years ago-when it should have started.(long story) My current students signed a petition in support of me teaching that class and a few wrote letters to the HS principal. It has been 2.5 weeks and no one has talked to me about the job.

I have also interviewed in a couple of other places and applied to others.

Also looking at outside of education--again.

Principal and I have a year end meeting next week. We will see how it goes. But I have been told I have no other opportunities in the Junior High.

I am tired

ugh

[stevieray]

Originally Posted by displacedinMN

Vent----

School is not out yet-but wanted to update

I am on the job hunt again.

My job is being reduced to 0.8 Why?

a. There are just not as many kids around
B. (most importantly) at least 20 kids in 8th grade are being syphoned off so the 7th grade teacher can have her special science class and keep her full time or more.

The last few years-I have realized-My principal has favorites--and I am not one of them. She has an inner circle. I am on the outside. Those on the outside see it. Those on the inside-dont.
Favorite 7th grade teacher gets to do what she wants. Out of the circle 8th grade teacher gets screwed. I have gone weeks without my existence being acknowledged.

I have interviewed for the 9th grade Earth Science in my school-which is what I am good at. I wanted this class 4 years ago-when it should have started.(long story) My current students signed a petition in support of me teaching that class and a few wrote letters to the HS principal. It has been 2.5 weeks and no one has talked to me about the job.

I have also interviewed in a couple of other places and applied to others.

Also looking at outside of education--again.

Principal and I have a year end meeting next week. We will see how it goes. But I have been told I have no other opportunities in the Junior High.


ugh

Good fortune to you.

[displacedinMN]

Interview next week.

[htismaqe]

Originally Posted by displacedinMN

Interview next week.

Take control of yourself. You're worth it.

[displacedinMN]

Originally Posted by htismaqe

Take control of yourself. You're worth it.

Yup, look out for me.

[htismaqe]

Originally Posted by displacedinMN

Yup, look out for me.

If you need a reference or something, drop me a PM.

[BWillie]

Originally Posted by displacedinMN

Vent----

School is not out yet-but wanted to update

I am on the job hunt again.

My job is being reduced to 0.8 Why?

a. There are just not as many kids around
B. (most importantly) at least 20 kids in 8th grade are being syphoned off so the 7th grade teacher can have her special science class and keep her full time or more.

The last few years-I have realized-My principal has favorites--and I am not one of them. She has an inner circle. I am on the outside. Those on the outside see it. Those on the inside-dont.
Favorite 7th grade teacher gets to do what she wants. Out of the circle 8th grade teacher gets screwed. I have gone weeks without my existence being acknowledged.

I have interviewed for the 9th grade Earth Science in my school-which is what I am good at. I wanted this class 4 years ago-when it should have started.(long story) My current students signed a petition in support of me teaching that class and a few wrote letters to the HS principal. It has been 2.5 weeks and no one has talked to me about the job.

I have also interviewed in a couple of other places and applied to others.

Also looking at outside of education--again.

Principal and I have a year end meeting next week. We will see how it goes. But I have been told I have no other opportunities in the Junior High.

I am tired

ugh

Unfortunately the teaching world sounds like the business world. Best of luck.