I suppose I could wax poetic about the events of the last few days but honestly? I just don’t have the energy. And yet, here it is the month of NaBloPoMo where I vowed to write every single day of this month. I realize I dropped a bomb on readers the other day when I mentioned that I’d be leaving my school to go to another one in the district. So, just a few details and then off with you to read this very small story in my local newspaper:
1. I’m staying as Asst. Principal at my current high school.
2. Everyone appears to be confused. That’s ok. Your hair smells good today so just go with it.
3. My students came out to protest my leaving the high school. There was a lot of honking going on in the street yesterday morning. They organized themselves, got some posters and t-shirts, and stood outside the school yesterday. ON THEIR DAY OFF. They didn’t have to get up. These are high school students who love their sleep, people! Remember how much you loved your sleep as a teenager?
That’s it for now. Oh, except we’re also getting some newspaper coverage for our Small Purse Project. And that everyone is making assumptions about everything lately.
Assume away. While you do that, I’ll be working with my students. This job never ends.
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Stand tall and realize the amazing impact you’ve had on those students. That alone speaks volumes about you.
Write away, Mochamomma. Write away. These events could make a superb plot for a novel. Isn’t it good to know that your students REALLY love you?
K, I love that your students protested for you. I would do the same. Maybe I will today just for the hello of it. xo Christine
High school students protesting to keep you? Wow! They must really respect your leadership and adore your presence.
See, you ARE making a difference with the students. Of course, it would have been nice if they’d shown their appreciation all along.
Girl, you got your very own “O Captain” moment, and it’s 100% deserved. Hang in there.
This could be another book…you know, after you’ve finished the first one.
Sending you hugs!
Yeah, I’m confused. And I love that your students spoke up!
Clicked through to the article and happened a glance at the comments (which I *know* is a crazy making thing to do). I see that you’re up against a lot with some serious nay-sayers and just plain mean people. More power to you!
Plus, your hair really smells great today.
Protesting in November??? Isn’t that an April kind of thing to do. They must be really pissed.
Kelly,
This was going to be a quick note to tell you to keep your chin up and don’t take the reassingment personally. I was going to remind you that it is politics and no reflection on your work or dedication to your students. I was going to remind you that someone had to be the sacrificial lamb for expedience sake and that it was just unfotrunate that it was you.
BUT . . .
Yay! It must be very gratifying to know that your students care enough to get up on a day off from school and go there anyway to protest and make their feelings knows. Kudos to you for connecting with your students. As a former mother of a teen (now grown) and small children, I know what an accomplishment that can be. Teenagers can be secretive, and think they know it all at times (nature of the beast). The fact that you have garnered their respect and loyalty speaks volumes to your dedication to them and their needs.
Keep on keepin on momma, and by all means, write away!
Tanya
Aw, that makes me teary. How awesome to have anyone – let alone HIGH SCHOOL students – protest on your behalf! YAY for you and the job you’ve obviously done well.
What a great group of kids to give up a no-school day and protest your reassignment! You have really touched them, and, when they look back at the one grown-up who made a difference, it’ll be you. The kids at the new joint are lucky to have you, and I’m glad the purse drive is still going on. Smooches!
Rock on! You must be doing something right. And your shoes are pretty.
Wow, having your students show up like that is wonderful and heartwarming. Kudos to you.
That is amazing, Kelly. They love you.
Wow, not only is it awesome that the students protested to keep you, they were actually listened to! That’s a lot for any kid, especially teenagers! How awesome is THAT?!? You go girl!
I’m amazed that you, as the assistant principal of a high school, are able to maintain the kind online presence you do. Do you have a blackmail file on the entire school board?
This is huge news! Conrgrats to you….absolutely amazing.
Must be so nice to be appreciated. And fought for. Good for you.
fantastic, fantastic, fantastic.
I’m shocked that the students were listened to. We protested at my middle school when the counselors were all taken away in the early 90′s, but fat lot of good that did.
It’s not very often that a bureaucratic decision gets un-made!