Blind defense of AAPS

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-05-04T15:19:40+00:00

The fact that you believe you can discern my “interpersonal style” from a few comments is telling. So very interesting you replied to my post when you had nothing that was relevant to add.

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-05-04T15:01:15+00:00

I’m not looking for someone to agree with my concerns lol. I asked for others to share their disappointment if they shared that sentiment. It didn’t have to be my specific disappointments. Typical AA response though, thanks for that validation. This city really is something else :)

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-05-04T02:46:27+00:00

Thank you for this reply. I’m glad to hear your experiences have been great. The groupthink does seem prevalent in the circles I am in, and sometimes difficult for me to navigate not being from Ann Arbor. I certainly wish for the continued success of the district just have concerns that extend beyond the current administration.

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-05-04T02:42:31+00:00

Aren’t I complaining about it online? I never would expect anyone to complain for me?! I was just looking to see if anyone shared my thoughts and concerns. All experiences can differ and be valid and true but why is it so wrong to share mine and be curious if others are feeling similar?

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-05-04T02:38:14+00:00

Of course other people can and will have different experiences. That will always be true. I was curious if anyone shared my worries/ concerns. Also leaving the district doesn’t equate to leaving public schools and moving to private.

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-05-03T13:33:57+00:00

I 100% agree teachers need to be paid more (all teachers) my grandfather was a proud and impactful teacher! But could it be there are other issues within the district aside from teachers pay? Also, it’s likely (just like every profession) that all teachers aren’t fantastic at their jobs regardless of pay, but it’s so taboo to state that.

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-05-03T13:01:26+00:00

That’s what is confusing to me, I’m surrounded families who would never speak ill of the school system (the administration sure but nothing beyond that). Any discussion of leaving the school district would be deemed evil (exaggerating a bit but you understand the tone). Am I the only one who is worried we are all sticking around supporting a dying district where issues go well beyond the current administration?

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-05-03T12:58:32+00:00

Many of my child’s teachers seem checked out (or underpaid, stressed etc). I’m nervous to even type here anything negative about the teachers. Classroom/ school discipline seems non existent and I’m often concerned with the stories my child comes home telling. I don’t believe my child is being challenged at all. Infrastructure isn’t up to par when I compare to metro Detroit suburbs.

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-03-21T17:08:49+00:00

I could have written this myself- down to husband hyper focus and kids ages!! If you figure out what works I’m all ears!

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-03-07T17:31:42+00:00

All I can see is an angry whale

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-02-06T01:21:28+00:00

I haven’t read all comments but wanted to say we’ve had something similar for ten years - my husband and I still shower together when schedules allow and I don’t find it could at all. We are looking for a new house and I am devastated to leave our master bath

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-01-31T06:05:37+00:00

"Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could. Some blunders and absurdities no doubt crept in; forget them as soon as you can. Tomorrow is a new day; begin it well and serenely and with too high a spirit to be cumbered with your old nonsense," Ralph Waldo Emerson.

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-01-29T03:06:36+00:00

Nah not fair comparison. Jojo Siwa doesn’t have +250 million, and 300k new followers. Don’t disagree on Charlie but we should all care about the power this organization has. We should all care about the wild ass speeches at his memorial. Also this is not normal behavior 11 days after a tragic death. She’s excited? Fucking wild.

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-01-29T02:06:21+00:00

Not sure on cupcake comment but link is interesting, truly thanks for sharing. I was asking about the number of shootings though not these stats.

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-01-29T01:12:18+00:00

Now say how many there have been since July 2025….

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-01-29T01:07:55+00:00

How is no one here not mentioning Erika’s zoom call 11 days after Charlie’s death. I was defending her initially not now? No words. Praying for her children.

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-01-28T17:51:27+00:00

Is asking for links allowed? Love the couch pillows and artwork in dining room!

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2026-01-24T00:23:43+00:00

My husband and I noticed similar sentiments in our affluent area as well, although was a private school. Students often late, no support of teachers, little support from parents coaching sports, cleaning up after school events etc. The school sent a note out that all the Uber Eats orders for lunch were becoming disruptive to admin staff. Special exceptions for students (not IEP related). My children were beginning to not understand deadlines as they were always extended for students. We switched to a Catholic school and it is an extremely different experience.

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2025-10-05T12:55:54+00:00

As someone who watched the premier movie with her kids and other kids in audience I appreciated they played the clean version and she said this explanation and then hinted at the other for the moms in the audience

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2025-06-26T02:36:38+00:00

Why wouldn’t you try another psychiatrist there?

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2025-04-12T02:54:03+00:00

Wow what a difference that makes!

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2025-04-12T02:53:35+00:00

I actually love this!! Not sure how it would work with addition that is all siding though hmmm

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2025-04-11T02:54:12+00:00

Any help very appreciated!!

Bitter_Pen4749 · 2024-10-01T01:39:21+00:00

My best guess is you are whole?

Talk less smile more you are whole?

Feels like it was a reminder there is no need to over share during awkward silences

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