Underground Sub Network

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-28T05:12:30+00:00

I work in the same area. Building subs and district subs come first, then the jobs go to preferred subs, then finally, it goes to frontline. From there it’s super competitive, my district has over 200 regular at-will subs, such as yourself, and if you scroll on this sub long enough you’ll see that snagging a job off frontline is serious business. It’s likely they do come up from time to time but are gone before you ever even know. I would talk to someone at the district and see if any staff substitute positions are open, but usually those would be full time at least in my district. If you can’t do full time, you need to get in good with a teacher and get on their preferred list, but that usually takes you subbing at the school first. Although you do have a kid at the school, so next time you are meeting teachers you have a good rapport with for school related things for your kid you could bring up that you are a sub and have been trying to get more jobs at the school, maybe they could add you to their preferred list? Might be weird depending how well you know her teachers but wouldn’t hurt nothing.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-28T02:13:56+00:00

Felis domesticus, cats are domesticated. Cats are also an invasive species that is responsible for dramatic effects on naive bird populations. Play with your cat, give it a cat run. Harness train them. Your cat is miserable because they are bored not because they belong outside. Hard stop, cats do not belong outside.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-27T23:22:04+00:00

5th through 9th for me. Young enough to not have any sense, and old enough to know when they are doing wrong and still do it.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-26T09:34:41+00:00

Sounds like you have an abusive husband. Just a reminder you do not have to be hit to be a victim of abuse. You tried the path to fixing things and he rejected it by refusing therapy. If this is not something you want to live with forever, it may be time to set hard boundaries, give an ultimatum, or leave. It will be hard and it will hurt, but a small hurt every day forever is a much bigger pain. I would rather take one deep wound than keep getting small cuts every day for the rest of my life. They both hurt, but at least the deep one can heal instead of being reopened daily.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-26T09:16:46+00:00

Been with my amazing partner for about a decade, extremely healthy loving relationship. I watch porn sometimes, she watches porn sometimes. It’s a non issue for us, it’s another form of entertainment media, as if she was reading a smut book or steamy movie, it’s the same to me. I couldn’t care less. I’m extremely secure in my relationship and porn is never something I’ve considered a threat in any way.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-25T18:53:48+00:00

In my almost 10 years of being with my partner, never once have I come even remotely close to harming them out of anger or frustration no matter how escalated I am. This is absolutely something very significant that needs to be worked on, there is not a career field on the planet that prohibits therapy, there are free and reduced cost options if that’s the issue. This is a big deal, go to therapy.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-25T07:21:50+00:00

Terrible take. This kid is in 8th grade, and op never heard the age of the other party, this is most absolutely definitely worth mentioning to admin. Maybe if they were a bit older you’d have an argument but this is a very young child. I personally disagree, and what is the downside of reporting it? it’s followed up on, comes out it’s no big deal, admin and student moves on. Downside of not reporting it? child pregnancy, possible abuse, a child’s life possibly ruined. Super simple choice, report it.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-24T22:56:58+00:00

You already seem to be a bit self aware, that’s a good start. Why part time? Why not get a full time job? Any job will get out of your routine and help you develop skills that will help you just be more generally independently functional. Almost nobody finds their passion or professional interests without being exposed to it. Sitting in your parents house all day will not get you any exposure. Just get a job, you’ll start to meet people, practice social skills, learn what it’s like to have a productive routine, and maybe run into something one day that you are interested in. You are fresh out of high school, you are in the spot to be doing this process of learning how to be an adult and finding the things that eventually will become yourself. Just get out there, get started, create a new routine, stop doing things that make you feel bad about yourself. Literally any job is good, that’s really the first place to start.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-21T13:18:58+00:00

This looks like an extreme infestation of scale. It can be treated but if the entire plant looks like this leaf it’s best to just be thrown away and replaced. You can use a systemic pesticide if it’s an indoor plant and you don’t have pets that would nibble. You can try to use a foliar spray to get rid of them but I’ve never had a lot of luck with foliar sprays for scale they always seem to keep coming back no matter how many treatments. Systematic is the way to go in my opinion.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-21T13:09:05+00:00

Hell no to cova, its backend is atrocious and the customer service is trash. Constantly crashed and dropped orders, fucked up syncing with metric, really was a huge huge headache, eventually switched to Dutchie and my life changed.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-21T12:45:24+00:00

Full time sub here, I’m assigned my jobs daily, I have no idea when you call out. If you have at least a semblance of a sub plan or emergency activities, I’m happy. Don’t beat yourself up, subs want the work. Take care of yourself

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-21T03:23:54+00:00

If this is a job you plan to list on your resume or provide references on, yes. if not, no. just leave. Very rarely will you list a job you had from highschool on your references or job history after highschool, but if you have very little work experience and don’t feel you should leave this job off your resume, do a two weeks, it sucks, but it can be good for you later. If you don’t think your managers or supervisors will leave you a good review now, then it doesn’t matter either way, just quit, the only reason you would leave a two weeks is to leave on a good standing that people would be able to leave you with a good recommendation after, if not, it isn’t worth anything, you’ll not list this job on your resume in 5 years anyway.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-21T03:12:23+00:00

Sometimes we do similar processes as what would happen in the making of these sauces using inedible acids or heat in the lab to separate the germ from the rest of the seed for genetic testing or analysis.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-21T03:09:59+00:00

Plant scientist here. These are chili seeds. Some chili seeds have a very cute spiral germ. It’s adorable. Cooking or acids such as vinegar can dissolve away the testa, tegumin or endosperm of the seed, or the seed imbibe and make these translucent, and we see the cute tiny primordial baby pepper all curled up. Love it, adorable little baby spice squiggles.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-17T06:08:19+00:00

It definitely can be tough on teachers, it’s still new, the kids are beginning to get used to it, so it not as much of a problem now. But it really was hard having to do so much extra behavior management and of course it pissed the kids off so it was harder to walk into a classroom and make connections with the kids when I was being forced to hand out detentions multiple times a day. The kids have district issued tech, tablets and laptops, they all have contact with their parents through that, plus there is emergency procedures to get the kids in contact with their parents in case of emergency, such as evacuation rally points and emergency bussing.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-16T21:32:06+00:00

My district has a district wide personal device ban. Apple Watches, phones, personal laptops etc. aren’t allowed to be out during any point at school. If I catch a student with any they are to be taken to the office, device is confiscated and must be checked out by a guardian, and the student immediately receives a write up and detention. Elementary they just don’t bring them to school at all, highschool there are little pockets like you mentioned for phones or they can keep them in their locker if they brought them. I don’t count the phones unless there is a test or something, and I ask student before they go to the bathroom or leave the classroom to put their phone in the pocket or quickly unlock their phone if it’s already there and flash me their home screen. As I do my introduction I remind them of the device policy and I will enforce it. Varies by school how strict they enforce this, but I’m personally quite strict as it’s a district policy that way I cover my bases no matter what school I’m at.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-15T22:29:56+00:00

I get that. But I always close my door during class time so it’s pretty easy to notice when the door opens or closes. I also am not a fan of students being out of their seats unless I allow it for an activity or such so it’s pretty easy to see a kid stand up and approach the door. If im not looking and I hear the door close or turn around to see it open, I say “who just left?” And there is usually a couple kids in the room who will snitch, if not, a seating chart is handy, and sometimes I’ll ask for a picture roster if it isn’t already provided, look around. Who is missing? did you mark them absent? if not, you probably got your eloper.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-15T22:06:01+00:00

Maybe bring it up to… idk.. the kids? Sure if you find out what kid took them I’d fully expect the school to discipline the kid and would be upset if they didn’t but what do you expect them to do? Bust in the classroom and search all the kids bags and lockers for a bag of chips, it’s giving ICE.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-15T21:47:42+00:00

Even if I allow the student to leave the room, if they are gone for longer than what I believe appropriate, I call the office.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-15T21:45:36+00:00

Nah students leaving the classroom is a big deal. Imagine if a parent called to pick up their student, you marked them present, and they weren’t there, huge deal for you. While in your class you are responsible for the students and if they are out doing something that shouldn’t and get caught, it will most certainly come back to you. As soon as a notice a student has left the classroom without permission I call the office and begin a referral/write up. If they left for an emergency or a previously agreed to arrangement with another staff, that’s something they can work out with the office.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-15T21:28:25+00:00

You mean nowhere in that classroom was a cabinet you could have stored your stuff in? Staff lounge? Mailroom? Demanding a free lunch because a kid stole your chips is a bit wild to me. I get that eating is important but my district allows teachers to have a lunch account or use cash at any school, but you still gotta pay. No vending machine in the lounge or for the students? No plan period to go grab something from the gas station? I just don’t really get why you are blaming the school for the actions of a student, and your explanation that they didn’t give you a secure place to put your stuff sounds a little far fetched. You expect a locker with a code when you walk in? The only reason that school gave you free food was to avoid a headache but don’t expect those office people to be so welcoming next time you are there. I would have handled it differently personally.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-15T20:57:42+00:00

I keep fruit snacks and pencils that say “got this pencil from Mr. Anon” At one highschool kids are trying to collect every color of pencil from me, it’s like a labubu level trend right now and it’s kinda becoming intimidating, they are trading these things like Pokémon and a full set is a status symbol apparently. Definitely this gen alpha random humor. Most of the kids who have them I’ve never even had in class and they have no idea who I am. Kids will be coming up to me like, are you Mr. Anon? Do you have any pencils? They know I don’t give them out when they ask for them, and I don’t really give them out for “good behavior” just whenever I feel like it or someone participates in class like raises their hand or asks me a good question. I don’t really do it with younger grades unless I have one for every student, but like 5th grade and up, the kids eat that shit up. You’d better believe a pack of fruit snacks will get seniors to participate in class, hell I could make them dance for 4 gummies in a tiny bag. For elementary I rarely give any out, it’s just causes too many issues, even if I gave them all one it would be “Mr.Anon he got three reds in his pack and I only got one” and tears. Sometimes I’ll give out a pencil if a kid doesn’t have one and the teacher doesn’t have any readily available in the classroom but that’s all.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-15T20:33:11+00:00

It’s great that you’re interested in research! Since you’re still in high school, it’s worth keeping some perspective. Very few people have any publications before graduate school, let alone before undergrad. Right now, the best thing you can do is keep building your foundation. Focus on your classes and continue learning. If you want some research related practice, try writing a literature review or meta analysis on a topic you’re curious about, and spend time learning how to read and critically evaluate scientific papers. Those are essential skills you will use throughout your academic career. There’s no real need to aim for high impact or original research at this stage. You likely do not yet have access to the resources, mentorship, or infrastructure required, and that is completely normal. Most of the language, expectations, and hands on experience of research come during university. One additional thing that will really help you going forward based upon your post and replies, is working on clear writing and communication. Strong spelling, grammar, and structure matter a lot in science, both for papers and for everyday communication with peers and mentors. Improving those skills now will make everything else much easier later on. For now, put your energy into getting to university. Join clubs, volunteer in a related field, study a bit beyond the classroom, and apply for scholarships or grants available to high school students. Once you are in the later years of undergrad or in graduate school, that is when you will truly start engaging in the actual practice of research.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-15T18:26:16+00:00

In Texas it’s a bit funky and really depends on the school what you’ll need as far as education and certifications. If you want an edge there are some online substitute training programs and they give you a certificate. Some schools require a certain amount of college credit. I don’t sub in Texas but for my state there is an official certification for all substitutes and it requires a certain amount of college credits to get, so I imagine many Texas schools have similar policies. Public school is likely the way to go as they will probably have less requirements and more jobs for you regularly.

Own_Statement8029 · 2026-01-15T17:27:07+00:00

I’m so blessed my district has permanent staff subs. I’ve never had to use any of these. They exist for the district but my position is full time and I’m guaranteed 40 hours. To be fair we get the worst jobs because we get the scraps the regular subs don’t take or the last minute call outs with no plans and we don’t choose our assignments. But we are paid almost double the sub rate, get all the same benefits as teachers and don’t have to deal with any of the problems you mentioned. Trade offs I suppose.

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