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Homework is Racist

by Matt

Jul 2, 2011

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It just keeps getting better and better.

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Suggestion On 7/02/11, Matt wrote: > [link removed].

Matt: to make a link, past the URL in the link box. But right under it you MUST write a title, or it will not post.

Jul 3, 2011

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(Hit return & it submitted) While I am not disagreeing with the premise of the article, I do think the person wrote it in such a way that many people would not consider it a credible article.

On 7/03/11, Suggestion wrote: > On 7/02/11, Matt wrote: >> [link removed].

Jul 3, 2011

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Have you seen this contest for Michigan teachers?

by C Morales

Jul 9, 2011

Have any of you seen this contest or had experience with this organization?

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Recent Grad, what are my chances of finding a job?

by NG

Jul 10, 2011

I recently applied for a job, rejected of course. Was informed that out of 296 candidates 28 were called back for interviews. This was for one Social Studies position. As a recent grad. should I even bother to look in Michigan?

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Been there I have been in your position. I would apply for elementary jobs, which is such a saturated field in Michigan. The only way to get a job was based on who you knew. I had a great student teaching experience and that principal told me she would love to hire me, but her district had no jobs.

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Jul 13, 2011

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Ohio Teacher Grad On 7/10/11, NG wrote: > I recently applied for a job, rejected of course. Was > informed that out of 296 candidates 28 were called back for > interviews. This was for one Social Studies position. As a > recent grad. should I even bother to look in Michigan? _________________________________________________________________ To NG:
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Jul 17, 2011

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Thought you might enjoy this article!

by still reading it

Jul 17, 2011

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opps!

by Hit the wrong state! Sorry!

Jul 17, 2011

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FREE ASSISTANCE ON TRYING TO LAND A JOB

by Tom K

Jul 22, 2011

As a retired MI school administrator I have been sending out weekly job listings since January of 2006. During this five and half year time span we are now approaching 300 HIRED. Some being rehired two to three times. There is no fee or no catch -- to be added to our list you can contact me at [email removed]

Tom K Saginaw/Midland area

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Melinda Sowell Keeton Mr. K -

My name is Melinda Keeton. I recently moved from Kentucky to Michigian. I currently hold a MI teaching certficate in Special Education K-12 with the SA SE and SM endorsements. I have submitted my application, resume, and cover letter several times with no luck.

Any suggestions?

Thank you,

Melinda

Sep 7, 2011

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3rd-4th Grade MI Resources for Sale

by Bev-MI

Jul 23, 2011

I have lots of MI teacher resources ($1-5). They are good to like new condition. Email if you are interested.

Examples:

Great Lakes Fur Trade coloring Book Michigan -the Wolverine State activity book Michigan Jeopardy Michigan Survivor Game book Connect-It Fold and Cut Characters Set of MI maps for students to fill in info.

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Bev-MI with email addy On 7/23/11, Bev-MI wrote: > I have lots of MI teacher resources ($1-5). They are good > to like new condition. Email if you are interested. > > Examples: > > Great Lakes Fur Trade coloring Book > Michigan -the Wolverine State activity book > Michigan Jeopardy > Michigan Survivor Game book > Connect-It Fold and Cut Char...See More

Aug 20, 2011

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Forced Retirement & Return to Teaching/Michigan

by CVM

Aug 2, 2011

In March 2010 I was forced to file for retirement. My program was eliminated after 21 years. I signed papers (not understanding) that I would not file for unemployment. I thought I'd find another job.....I didn't, I panicked, I applied for early retirement. It is no where near enough to live on, but better than nothing at that time. I have been off...See More

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CVM On 8/11/11, Tom K wrote: > On 8/02/11, CVM wrote: >> In March 2010 I was forced to file for retirement. My >> program was eliminated after 21 years. I signed papers (not >> understanding) that I would not file for unemployment. I >> thought I'd find another job.....I didn't, I panicked, I >> applied for early retire...See More

Jun 10, 2012

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Colleen On 6/10/12, CVM wrote: > On 8/11/11, Tom K wrote: >> On 8/02/11, CVM wrote: >>> In March 2010 I was forced to file for retirement. My >>> program was eliminated after 21 years. I signed papers (not >>> understanding) that I would not file for unemployment. I >>> thought I'd find another job.....I didn't,...See MoreOn 6/10/12, CVM wrote: > On 8/11/11, Tom K wrote: >> On 8/02/11, CVM wrote: >>> In March 2010 I was forced to file for retirement. My >>> program was eliminated after 21 years. I signed papers (not >>> understanding) that I would not file for unemployment. I >>> thought I'd find another job.....I didn't, I panicked, I >>> applied for early retirement. It is no where near enough >>> to live on, but better than nothing at that time. >>> I have been offered a teaching job for 2011-2012. I want to >>> take it, I have said yes. I've tried and tried to >>> understand the system. I've been told by the state that I >>> can accept the job and give up my retirement... pickup >>> where I left off when I am old enough to really retire. (I >>> am 56.) >>> Anyone else have experiences out there with the Michigan >>> teachers retirement system and working? >>> C. >> >> #1. contact the retirement office-- get all your options >> explained to you -- you used to be able to either give back >> your retirement monies paid to you so far and then pick up >> where you left off-- or take a job now at 1/3 of your retired >> salary. But you need to get the info from the horses mouth so >> to speak. You might even go to the retirement office and talk >> with them in person. >> >> Tom K - >> retired administrator > > Here I am writing a year later. I taught in 2011 (and hope to > continue in 2012-13). I made $27,000.....the state is just now > telling me I owe them $15,000. To receive a bill like that > overnight is overwhelming. I am hoping that something can be > worked out. If I leave the job I'll lose everything.

Thanks for your e-mail Tom, Who should I go see in Lansing? I have called and can't get through, then while speaking with someone the phone call was disconnected, left messeges and no one returns calls. If I drive all the way to Lansing I want to meet with the right people. I am in Marquette. I need to have this straightened out, it is very distressing. Not only are they telling me that I owe retirement monies....but it keeps adding up by the day. Every cent I receive over the summer I'll have to repay (since I opted for 26 pays). They are now taking the $15,000 out of my retirement payments. This is a catch 22, I can't leave my job and I can't keep it. I really want to work/teach! Thanks, CM

Jun 10, 2012

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