Turning in my notice tomorrow.

[Phoenix61]

I’m in Florida and was hired in June by the school district to work as a counselor this coming school year. They just voted to open up like everything’s all hunky dory. They sent out a survey that had half the kids going two days, the other half going two days and all do virtual one day. But that apparently wasn’t really an option. They say 60% of teachers are all in. There’s so many Trumpsters here that’s probably true. The kids are supposed to wear a mask on the bus. Like that’s going to happen. I was hoping reason would prevail but apparently not. I guess they missed what happened in Israel. I can manage without the money. I’m 59 and it’s just not worth it.

[SheltieLover]

1. Good for you!

[demosincebirth]

3. Best of luck to you.

[applegrove]

2. And with many parents going back to work the kids will be in daycare

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or babysat the other two days. So there will be that much more transmission. Vibes to you and your district.

[dweller]

4. you take care of yourself

we all come out safe after

✌🏼

[stopbush]

5. File for unemployment, even if it means dealing with Florida's horrible system and crappy benefits.

[Phoenix61]

6. Can't if you quit. But I'm ok financially. nt

[stopbush]

7. You can if you feel your health would have been endangered. You can not be forced to work

in an unhealthy situation. At your age you have science behind such a decision as you are in a risk group.

They're saying it's OK for kids to go back to school as they're not in a risk group. Well, the other side of that rationale is you are in a risk group.

[Phoenix61]

8. Thanks! It's certainly worth a shot right? nt

[stopbush]

9. Yep. You'd be surprised.

[bobnicewander]

10. Tighten your belt

for 6 months, probably longer, but change is on the way.

If not before - counting today there are 111 days until election day.
Not counting November 3.

And counting today there are 189 days until January 20, 2021.
Not counting January 20, inauguration day.

Best of luck and life to you.

[lillypaddle]

11. You just saved your own life

[BigmanPigman]

12. That's because you're smart.

I read that a ton of teachers are opting to leave and get an early retirement if possible. There won't be enough experienced teachers to replace them and districts don't have the $$$ resources to hire them at this time. Good luck getting substitutes too!

[lagomorph777]

35. That's probably Cruella DeVos' plan.

Part of her scheme to kill education.

[yonder]

13. Whether the decision was tough or not,

you made the best choice, IMO. Good luck.

[Dem2theMax]

14. Couldn't have been an easy decision, but it was the right one.

I think a lot of other people will follow suit. As you said, you are okay financially. That has to be a great relief for you. Well done!

[littlemissmartypants]

15. You're making the right move. I hope your actions prove to be

inspiring for others who are weighing their decisions and lead them to similar outcomes. You are leading by example and there is unlimited power in that.

❤ lmsp

[smirkymonkey]

16. Good for you! I think you have made the right choice.

It's just not worth it. Your peace of mind and your health are so much more important.

[chillfactor]

17. Bless you!

as a retired teacher, if I were in your shoes, I would not have gone back either.

[femmocrat]

34. Same here.

I would not teach under such conditions. We know kids and know that they are not going to comply with all the restrictions. Everyone is at risk, including teachers, staff, bus drivers, etc. It’s very irresponsible to send so many vulnerable adults into that situation.

[GeoWilliam750]

18. In the interest of continued unlaboured breathing

It is certainly the right decision

[StarryNite]

19. I don't blame you.

Take care!

[lostnfound]

20. I'm sure it's a loss for your students, but good decision for sure.

Especially in Florida. They are living in fantasyland to think this is safe.

I suspect there will be plenty of opportunity to teach remotely, or tutor, if you want to.

[Midnight Writer]

21. What if they have a reopening and nobody comes?

[Phoenix61]

22. Sadly, this is a deep Trumperland

The meeting was on FB and you wouldn’t believe the comments. Teachers saying “ Our kids are strong! We got this” Parents complaining about the kids having to wear masks on the bus. Based on how few masks I see around here the buses are going to be Petri dishes on wheels.

[sarge43]

24. Petri dishes on wheels, that's exactly what they are.

CDC hasn't been able to identify some of the creepy crawlies they picked up over summer.

As for wearing masks on the bus You're damn lucky if they stay in the seats.

Hand salute for refusing to put your life on line because Moron wants a up tick on employment numbers ahead of the election.

[Phoenix61]

25. Interestingly, I saw a huge sign advertising

they are hiring school bus drivers. Around here a lot of them are retirees. I don’t see them jumping up to grab that job.

[sarge43]

28. That's usually the case, retirees or mothers wanting a little extra income.

Unless FL is different, there's no benefits like insurance. The only bennie is your day usually isn't tied up. IMO the 'benefits' aren't worth the risk.

[Fla Dem]

23. You have to do what's right for you. That idiot turd DeSantis will kill us all.

[Phoenix61]

26. He's sure as hell trying ain't he? nt

[Niagara]

27. You have to do what you need to do to stay safe.

I'm horrified that here in the United States that they're forcing people back to work and children back to school in a pandemic.

[diva77]

29. So how did it go?

[Phoenix61]

30. Sent an email and turned in my laptop and

training materials. Easy-peasy. I’ve been reading the posts on FB from parents to the school district post about wearing masks and a lot are asking about doctors notes so their child doesn’t have to wear a mask. They’ll be closed down within a month.

[diva77]

33. Sounds like they're setting up a death trap for sure. Glad you're out of there despite whatever

challenges may follow. Nothing could be worse than staying there. Onward!!



It is hard to comprehend the degree of ignorance and irresponsible behavior of both the school system and the parents. It is sheer madness.

[roamer65]

31. Very smart move.

[PufPuf23]

32. Sorry Phoenix.

Hard to grasp that so much of our leadership and others in the USA are so stupid. One would think professionals would know better. You are admirable for working in a school with kids.

Looks to me like some are looking to kill or damage the old, sick, disabled, poor, and POC disproportionately and expect to survive with secured political control and economic opportunity in the vacuum. May they be wrong and deterred.

[demigoddess]

36. good for you!! If I had a kid in school, I would refuse to send him. He would be 'sick'

for the foreseeable future. He would get a gap year. I would teach him myself. I would go to homeschooling, ANYTHING so I would not send my kids to school.