Amy

Posted on 8/26/09

I have been through a very similar situation at my school.
Our enrollment is down to 40 students (PreK-8th). I
encourage you to honestly look at your budget. Be sure that
the amount you offer to cut from your salary will work for
you for the entire year. If you find yourself needing those
funds at a later date, it becomes difficult not to be
resentful. I know that my school is needed within our
community. I see the difference every day. I view my salary
reduction as a tithe. If you believe in your school, it is
easier to take the pay cut.

On 8/26/09, Helen wrote:
> On Monday we received a letter from our principal stating
> that due to lower than expected enrollment and the
> resulting budget issues, we have all (staff, teachers-full
> and part time) been asked to take a voulntary pay cut. The
> amount we give up is to be decided by each of us, and we
> need to let the school know by Monday what our decision is.
> The only person who will know what (or whether) we give up
> is the financial director. Our principal will not know who
> gave, and how much.If enough is not given up then there
> will be across the board pay decreases and layoffs. The pay
> decrease they are hoping for is 10% of each salary, so it
> is very significant.
> I am wondering if any of you are or have ever been in a
> similar situation and how everything is working out at your
> school. Needless to say, we are all scared and upset. It's
> difficult to teach and work under all of this stress. Any
> advice? Thanks.

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