The test of a first-rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas in the mind at the same time, and still retain the ability to function. One should be able to see that things are hopeless and yet be determined to make them otherwise.
At the end of last school year, I accepted a job in a new district for a new grade-- 3rd. Before I accepted the job, I made sure to tell the principal that I am pregnant and due at the beginning of September (two weeks into school). I've really wanted to be in the district but knew I could stick it out one more year in my current position if need b...See MoreAt the end of last school year, I accepted a job in a new district for a new grade-- 3rd. Before I accepted the job, I made sure to tell the principal that I am pregnant and due at the beginning of September (two weeks into school). I've really wanted to be in the district but knew I could stick it out one more year in my current position if need be-- the principal was very supportive and didn't want me worrying about it so I accepted. I have been working all summer to get my new room ready and trying to prep what I can for this new grade level. Even keeping my toddler in daycare a few days a week so that I can work in my room. School starts in two weeks and the principal just let me know that she won't be able to hire a certified sub so since my plan is to take the full 12 weeks, I will have to have at least three subs in my classroom. I guess uncertified subs can only be in the classroom for 20 days at a time. She also has not hired anyone for the job. I'm already stressed with prepping for a new grade level and being about ready to pop + now I know I'm going to be coming back after my leave to complete chaos. I need advice! Or just someone to make me feel better. I don't want to shorten my time with the baby just because someone else didn't prepare but I feel like it's all going to fall back on me. Like no matter how well I try to prep... it's going to be a mess with all these different subs.