Close call

My Department Head said I was incompetent and cruel to children and suggested I quit the profession yesterday. I thought the Vice Principals agreed with this assessment so I broke down crying last night and told Adrian I would listen to her advise. I spoke to one Vice Principal this morning and he seemed rather shocked by my decision and then I phoned my Union and asked about the process.

I was very fortunate to reach my Union and he convinced me to give it one more try and told me he would tell the VP I will not quit. I am to be firm with my students and keep a diary of what I am doing for a week and hand it in to him on November 8. I will begin by saying that my classes ran well today, because it is Halloween and I allowed them to watch Frankenstein. My Essentials kids do not fully understand that their marks are in jeapordy or perhaps they do not care.

I am to keep a detailed record of my strengths, weaknesses and other interactions with students and staff. I am also suppose to meet him tomorrow to discuss the VPs concern about my stress level. Take Care.
amanda