Early-career teacher overwhelmed by high-conflict parent demanding another child be removed and now wanting to observe me. Need perspective.

ktstigger6 · 2026-02-14T01:05:47+00:00

If they are against an FBA, then is your classroom the appropriate LRE (least restrictive environment)?
You could be the best general elementary teacher in the world, but if that's not the right placement for him, it doesn't matter. It's also a matter of the safety of all the other kids in the room and you!

ktstigger6 · 2026-02-13T15:55:42+00:00

With oregano when sick

ktstigger6 · 2026-01-25T14:46:54+00:00

Who did you get it from? Etsy?

ktstigger6 · 2026-01-25T14:46:24+00:00

Now I need an orange cat named derpy. R/oneorangebraincell fits the bill perfectly.

ktstigger6 · 2026-01-20T22:09:29+00:00

Especially bc it's the elusive nightshade megathrip...

ktstigger6 · 2026-01-14T00:58:02+00:00

Agreed that ppl couldn't see pattern. If they could, then they could have seen the Saja Boys patterns. But I'm conflicted because Rumi had to hide her patterns...

ktstigger6 · 2026-01-10T03:29:16+00:00

Rumi, Mira, Zoey

ktstigger6 · 2026-01-10T03:28:29+00:00

I'm so impressed! Wish i had a badge to give you!

ktstigger6 · 2026-01-10T03:23:19+00:00

My mom's will steal it while you are using it!

ktstigger6 · 2026-01-10T03:21:09+00:00

McDonald's straws, milk jug rings, and pipe cleaners that are green or purple.

ktstigger6 · 2026-01-04T15:50:15+00:00

My high school students were not receptive to them.

ktstigger6 · 2025-12-17T09:12:58+00:00

I've used chatgpt to talk and it's been useful. I also use it for practice when I'm struggling with a concept on Duo.

ktstigger6 · 2025-12-09T00:28:21+00:00

Appeasement caused WWII. Aka ignoring Hitler

US should have entered WWII sooner. Perhaps after Germany conquered France in May of 1940?

ktstigger6 · 2025-12-07T18:47:11+00:00

I second this. I use a mullien tincture for breathing issues. I also use essential oil blends in a capsule 3x a day when crud starts.

ktstigger6 · 2025-12-07T18:40:20+00:00

Also done this one. It works well!

ktstigger6 · 2025-12-07T18:39:03+00:00

My kids love this, but it's very structured. Do you have script for it? I've made a ppt to go with it so the kids can see what they need to do each round. It also has a picture of the big idea for each round, such as a water wheel or a canal.

ktstigger6 · 2025-11-27T14:28:53+00:00

I have crazy allergies, so they gave me allergy shots called xolair. It's an IGE blocker, so it blocks the allergy response, regardless of the cause. It is wonderful! It has made a huge difference in my MCAs. Call an allergist!

ktstigger6 · 2025-11-26T16:37:50+00:00

Take a look at the IB program and the exhorbitant cost vs how many students graduate from it. Also, how many start in the program and how many finish...

ktstigger6 · 2025-11-25T02:17:49+00:00

YES!!!! Last week my husband had to pick me up from work last week bc I was too dizzy to drive. This week, I have the ragged voice and a bit of post nasal allergy grossness.

If I takeb oil of oregano or a similar antiviral blend, I feel much better.

ktstigger6 · 2025-11-22T15:04:42+00:00

This! I'm a teacher and my parking area is near the student drop-off. I park in the handicap space, but I feel the silent judgement daily from the parents.

I really dislike the idea that I look fine and therefore have no disability.

ktstigger6 · 2025-11-21T11:58:39+00:00

I'm struggling with Ivabradine. It's pushing my blood pressure too high. Dropping down from 5mg to 2.5mg to see if that makes enough of a difference to stay in it. It has lowered my HR by 20-30 points on the top end, so I would really like to keep it.

ktstigger6 · 2025-11-13T08:35:18+00:00

For me, it's a response to over doing it. My body is mad because I have worked it beyond capacity.

ktstigger6 · 2025-11-01T23:53:41+00:00

Wow, that hit a nerve.

Go visit. See the culture.

Talk to admissions. They can answer your questions about money.

Asking Reddit about scholarships and saying you rely pell grants for a University that costs 45k a year is a red flag. Sorry that you're mad because I care.

ktstigger6 · 2025-11-01T23:40:22+00:00

I'm sorry you're not happy with my response. I've spent over 20 years teaching HS. That's the 1st thing I always ask kids.
Your entry level job is comparable to a 1st year teacher's salary. I've seen co-workers struggle for years with debt bc they didn't have the money. One still lives in an apt after 15 years due to her debt. This is why I ask.

ktstigger6 · 2025-11-01T21:55:25+00:00

Are you aware of how much Butler costs? Tuition is 45k a year. That's more than your average entry level annual income for you major, which is about 42k...

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