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    End of the Year Clean-up

    I'm cleaning and organizing (actually, I'm not that diligent about the organization part - as I'm running out of steam, I'm starting to toss stuff into any box it fits, rather than separating by subject, type, etc.) today.  Naturally, after about 4 hours straight, I'm due for a break.

    Hence, this post.

    It's tough to plan this year.  My district is cutting teachers, and, until I get a contract in my hot little hand, I'm going to assume that I won't be back.  I've heard nothing about contracts, so far.  [NOTE: I'm not alone here - NO ONE has any knowledge at present.  The last word from the district is that more cuts were necessary.]  When I called the main HR office, they said, "Unfortunately, we can't give you that information, as we don't know at this time,"

    That's a lot of help.

    So, it sounds as though the best thing to do is to sign up at unemployment on Thursday pm, then start beating the bushes for another job - just in case.  I'm actually in a better position than most - I have licenses in 3 states, and am certified in multiple areas - Chemistry, Physics, Computers.

    It could be worse.

    Posted: Wednesday, June 10, 2009 10:37 AM by lfox368806
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    BDT said:

    You're right. It could be worse. One would think that everyone sees teachers as valuable, however, some people (including governors) don't see teachers in that respect. I pray each day that things will get better and that teachers will not lose their jobs. Let's look at it in perspective. If teachers lose their jobs, who would step in free of charge to help the students who will eventually lose out?

    # June 11, 2009 3:14 PM
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