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Has anyone ever refused being honored as "Teacher of the Year" in your school or district? What were your reasons? How did your admin and fellow teachers react? Thank you for any responses.

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ATLTeacher I've not heard of that but having been one, I understand why some might turn it down. Depending on your district or school, once you've earned the title, there are hoops to jump through to "compete" for the district TOTY and it's time-consuming.

May 26, 2017

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Bad Observations

by Jenny

Feb 13, 2017

This is my second year teaching at this particular school. My first year, I had all good observations. Now, however, I recieved 2 bad observations out of the 5 observations I've had so far. Both are formative observations. One by an AP and one by a principal. I'm really worried because I do not want to teach at this school / county next year. How w...See More

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SAVTeacher What do you think changed between last year and this year? Was it just bad luck or were there real issues? I think everyone has bad luck sometimes, with classes or simply with lessons, but it would be important for you to be able to articulate exactly where things went wrong and why, and the steps you are taking to rectify it.

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Apr 7, 2017

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ATLTeacher I'm curious about a follow-up to your post. I'm also curious about how much information a new principal can see and when in the process of you being hired, can they see the information. Do they see all of the commentary? You do have the right to write a rebuttal on TKES.

May 26, 2017

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SUmmer training days

by Diane

May 19, 2017

Are any other systems telling their teachers that they will attend mandatory staff development in the summer?

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Teacher Job Satisfaction Survey

by Coach Haynes

Apr 14, 2017

Hi, my name is Norreese Haynes, a graduate student in the Master of Science in Administration program. I would like to invite you to take a survey about exploration into the factors influencing teacher job satisfaction. Interested participants can access the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SCN2P7M Please note that you must be age 18 or old...See More

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Evaluation probs

by Suzy Q

Feb 5, 2017

Anyone being put on a PLP or PDP and being harassed by administration? I have been observed 15 times this year, and have gotten a lawyer. The push seems to be on since I have over 26 years experience.

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noname On 4/12/17, Another wrote: > On 2/05/17, Suzy Q wrote: >> Anyone being put on a PLP or PDP and being > harassed by >> administration? I have been observed 15 times this > year, >> and have gotten a lawyer. The push seems to be on > since I >> have over 26 years experience. > > This happened to me as well. I...See More

Apr 12, 2017

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noname On 4/12/17, noname wrote:

> > I had a horrendous evaluation after 13 years of teaching. I > had always received proficient or exceeds. This year I was > marked down in every area to needs development. I am also > thinking of leaving the profession.

I am posting again just to let you know ,you are not alone, I have b...See More

Apr 12, 2017

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Walking out on contract

by Mica

Aug 19, 2015

I wouldn't be the first, and likely not the last to do so in my district (or even in my school)--but after 18 some years, for the first time in my life, I'm seriously considering just walking out and not coming back.

For years my district has been chaotic at best--but this year, they are truly pushing the envelope. My performance reviews ...See More

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Stooge On 8/19/15, Mica wrote: > Consulting with a lawyer is something I would definitely > do before doing anything--but it will be an independent > lawyer. PAGE is not a teacher's union, it's an educators' > association (I'm from Wi where we have real teacher's > unions--so I know the >>>>>>>>>>>>>&g...See More

Mar 26, 2017

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Haley Amy, unions do not exist for teachers in Georgia. As far as losing pension, I doubt that they can touch that. They couldn't touch OJ's ha. You WILL, however, have a penalty if you retire before age 60, unless you have 30 years in. I would hang in there at least until then.

3/26/17, Stooge wrote: > On 8/19/15, Mica wrote: >> Cons...See More

Apr 8, 2017

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Parent Question

by Jason

Dec 1, 2016

Have a quick question for Georgia teachers. I have a child in high school that has 7 teachers. They have this thing called campus portal where we can check grades and assignment due dates. About two teachers (Spanish and World History) every week has when assignments are due and when they will take a test. So basically my child can go online and ne...See More

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Another Teacher On 12/02/16, Jason wrote: > Thank you for your response, I asked because I was just > curious as to why some do it and others don't. World History > said he does it because it is policy and science teacher said > it is not and that he does not have to post due dates for > upcoming assignments. So I was confused with two different >...See MoreOn 12/02/16, Jason wrote: > Thank you for your response, I asked because I was just > curious as to why some do it and others don't. World History > said he does it because it is policy and science teacher said > it is not and that he does not have to post due dates for > upcoming assignments. So I was confused with two different > responses from teachers at the same school. But thanks for > your response. > On 12/01/16, sheknight wrote: >> On 12/01/16, Jason wrote: >>> Have a quick question for Georgia teachers. I have a >>> child in high school that has 7 teachers. They have this >>> thing called campus portal where we can check grades and >>> assignment due dates. About two teachers (Spanish and >>> World History) every week has when assignments are due >>> and when they will take a test. So basically my child can >>> go online and never miss a due date on an assignment or >>> see what test is coming up.However I just want to know >>> why only certain teachers are doing this? I asked one >>> teacher and he said that instead of posting assignments >>> with due dates on the portal he just tell the students. >>> Which is fine I guess, but I just want to know what would >>> make some teachers post grades and assignments with due >>> dates and other who don't. >> >> There are many different possible reasons. In a high school >> subject like English it might take a longer time for a > teacher >> to evaluate and grade the performance task. Because the >> teacher is really reading what the students wrote. Another >> reason could be is that teachers are people with lives and >> children and they may not have had a chance to put the > grades >> in. They could be a new teacher that is trying to master > and >> juggle all the tasks they must do. The worst case scenario >> (remember teachers are human) could be procrastination. A >> school is a work place . Some people are better at getting >> ahead on their work, others wait until the last minute. > Many >> people become teachers because they enjoy working with > kids. >> Paperwork may be the last thing on their list of things to > do. >> I understand you as the parent want a prompt report about > how >> your child is doing and you do deserve to get that. It just >> depends on the people involved. Just my opinion.

Dec 10, 2016

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