We went this morning to grants farm for DS birthday. That was a shit show. My husband is sick with the runs and I'm trying to cook frozen meat on the grill. Fun times.
ncjulia12 - I've been thinking a lot about my situation at work with not knowing what level I'll be teaching next year. How do I talk to my principal about my desire to stay where I am without sounding negative about moving? He is super hard to read, says he likes and trusts me, but I'm just not convinced he really does. He can also make your life so miserable in such a short amount of time, I'm afraid to be on his bad side.
ETA: I know you can't really tell me how to deal with my principal, but what could someone say to you that keeps every part of the situation (or most of it) in a positive light?
ncjulia12 - I've been thinking a lot about my situation at work with not knowing what level I'll be teaching next year. How do I talk to my principal about my desire to stay where I am without sounding negative about moving? He is super hard to read, says he likes and trusts me, but I'm just not convinced he really does. He can also make your life so miserable in such a short amount of time, I'm afraid to be on his bad side.
ETA: I know you can't really tell me how to deal with my principal, but what could someone say to you that keeps every part of the situation (or most of it) in a positive light?
I would just really emphasize all the positives of you staying where you are (for the kids, the school, your co-workers, the parents, etc) with just a dash of "and I'd really prefer it too personally." Opening and closing with, "of course, I'll be glad to go wherever you think I'm needed and I know you're looking at the big picture and it will be your decision."
I think it's always better to have the conversation rather than not. I think usually admin will assume you're neutral to the move unless you voice otherwise. And squeaky wheel and all.
ncjulia12 - I've been thinking a lot about my situation at work with not knowing what level I'll be teaching next year. How do I talk to my principal about my desire to stay where I am without sounding negative about moving? He is super hard to read, says he likes and trusts me, but I'm just not convinced he really does. He can also make your life so miserable in such a short amount of time, I'm afraid to be on his bad side.
ETA: I know you can't really tell me how to deal with my principal, but what could someone say to you that keeps every part of the situation (or most of it) in a positive light?
Obviously I'm not an administrator, but you could open the conversation with, "I know this time of the year is hectic, but I was wondering if you had given any thought to where I would be next year?" That way you could go with his lead and respond appropriately. You could also add an "I'm looking forward to planning/tweaking some stuff over the summer for next year's classes and just wanted to know what I should be planning for."
Good luck! Those conversations can be so nerve-wracking to have.
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