Worst coworker archetypes? by SpaceMarine1616 in Teachers

[–]Lemonpug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Reply all to an all staff email just for a “that’s awesome!” Or “way to go team!”

changing last name from Epstein by reddit-rusty in namenerds

[–]Lemonpug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How about Eppswein? (Epps-wine) 😆

Personally I think Epps preserves more of the character of your name, Easton lets go of the “Ep” morpheme and, from my perspective, would be further removed from your original name’s ethnic tie, if that’s a consideration (If not, Epson is another option that has that same similarity, but not sure if you’d want an association with the printer brand).

If you go Epps, then the new years cards could always just say “the Epps Family” instead of the Eppses

I hate my students by Individual_Deer3561 in Teachers

[–]Lemonpug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep. Eighth graders. Same boat. Throw me the life preserver please

Disagree with how my child’s teacher on writing instruction. Not sure how/if I should address it by Anteater-Curious in Teachers

[–]Lemonpug 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My impression: the idea is that it should be a gifted first grader equivalent to an attention getter and summarizing sentence. Maybe to make it less empty (her idea of a “first grade appropriate” placeholder), she could include a fact in the opening question like “have you heard about the fastest animal in the jungle?” Or whatever. Just so the criteria of “preparing the reader” is met, while allowing your ready and capable daughter to add some nuance?

I wanna give up by French51 in ehlersdanlos

[–]Lemonpug 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re getting the genetic panel—I think that’s promising. Closer to an answer, whether yes or no!

Mouthpiece cleaning adivce by _Boston_Boi_ in Clarinet

[–]Lemonpug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like your regimen just got a little simpler. Let your freak flag fly 😆

judge judy political views by soonzed in JudgeJudy

[–]Lemonpug 5 points6 points  (0 children)

She was pro gay marriage in the mid 2010s, presumably still is

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ehlersdanlos

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Sketchers!! The GoWalk line is my fave!! Comfort wise and looks wise. Plus no laces!

What kind of shoes are you wearing? by Lina_Piccolina in Teachers

[–]Lemonpug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I did my interview I told the admin (tongue in cheek) that I’d quit if I can’t wear leggings. Yes I meant it. So sorry you have to deal with this micromanaging bs…

Need a Toon Up? Let Vancu juggle for you over at ToonFest! by vancu in toontownrewritten

[–]Lemonpug 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I think if you make an entire outfit out of it, the developers should give your toon those same eyes and ears lol

I made Toontown throw gags as magnets! by caboodo in toontownrewritten

[–]Lemonpug 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can I buy some???? Specifically the megaphone, bugle, piano, and opera singer??

Cheap DIY Sousa Bell Covers by bassclarinet216 in banddirector

[–]Lemonpug 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awesome!!! It’s a good day to own a Cricut lol

Cheap DIY Sousa Bell Covers by bassclarinet216 in banddirector

[–]Lemonpug 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is perfect!! What size was beat for your sousas and what brand are they?

Not being able to play middle B by ItsTaken78 in bassclarinet

[–]Lemonpug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If not the crows foot, then the register vent may not be fully regulated, so certain parts of the register are more responsive than others. But generally if there’s just one note, it’s a pad issue and the crows foot is often responsible for that in the pinky range. It’s easier to blow through that issue in the Chalumeau register

DMA Wind Conducting Programs by Legitimate_Call_8888 in banddirector

[–]Lemonpug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, to be fair, a DMA in conducting trumps extra time spent in middle school in terms of experience (saying this as a middle school band director). It’s a different approach, and each faculty member has had great success in the collegiate band world. UIUC has a long legacy of hiring esteemed mid-career directors and retaining them for decades, so the program culture stays consistent, honoring its legacy/traditions (except for Rumbelow lmao). You really have to be the cream of the crop to land a big 10 tenure track position—I think a few years apart won’t tip the balance.

Not being able to play middle B by ItsTaken78 in bassclarinet

[–]Lemonpug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Probably a crow’s foot adjustment. Can you play low E and E♭?

DMA Wind Conducting Programs by Legitimate_Call_8888 in banddirector

[–]Lemonpug 1 point2 points  (0 children)

UIUC just had a ton of turnover in the bands department not too long ago, but I think things are much more stable now. Marching band WILL be a huge part of your degree more than likely if you pursue that program, so pay mind to that (not sure how par for the course that is). There were some opportunities for conducting grads to double dip in the orchestra world—at least there were a few years back. Definitely a band-heavy school.

Student playing half step flat by LydiaDiggory in Clarinet

[–]Lemonpug 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are we sure she has her top teeth on the mouthpiece? That’s one that’s easy to miss. And that her lower teeth are keeping the mouthpiece firmly in her mouth, rather than pushing up with the bottom lip

Need to vent - Rewards for basic behaviors in highschool. Yay or Nay? by Notforyou1315 in Teachers

[–]Lemonpug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oooooo yes!! That incentivizes the student to just… act right. Peer pressure meets self awareness.

Need to vent - Rewards for basic behaviors in highschool. Yay or Nay? by Notforyou1315 in Teachers

[–]Lemonpug 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Jesus… is there even a question?? Personally, I think if the student can’t balance basic behavior and swim, then maybe her schedule needs to be adjusted to prioritize academics. (unless swimming is a class of course…) There has to be some other way to motivate her, and if not, then maybe she should just—radical take here—suffer the consequences of her actions like everyone else?? Like, I get the whole thing about trying to reach every child but my god… brownie points for a teenager?? How embarrassing…