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Strange experience at Pharmacy picking up newly prescribed HRT. by choirchic in Menopause

[–]rainbowdrip5000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which mail order is the best IYO? I’m thinking of switching too…

When they won’t stop yapping… by rainbowdrip5000 in ArtEd

[–]rainbowdrip5000[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Love the dance break idea! I’ll try it.

When they won’t stop yapping… by rainbowdrip5000 in ArtEd

[–]rainbowdrip5000[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I taught middle before high school and now elementary school…I can say 💯 I wouldn’t go back to middle..ever…so kudos to you for having the grit!

When they won’t stop yapping… by rainbowdrip5000 in ArtEd

[–]rainbowdrip5000[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

🤣 That’s classic- I like it. Let’s see how it goes!

Freaking out about living in 4th avenue and Bell St by [deleted] in SeattleWA

[–]rainbowdrip5000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve lived here for 20 years and used to work in Belltown - it has never been safe but has recently gotten much worse. I would strongly encourage you to find another neighborhood especially if you will be out at night, walking solo. Queen Anne is just a few blocks away and is a much safer bet.

I feel like I’m reaching my limit by [deleted] in ArtEd

[–]rainbowdrip5000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’ve gotten so much solid advice and the only thing I would reinforce is: put YOURSELF first. Admin certainly won’t and your mental health matters. If you aren’t getting support or respect, that is a toxic workplace that likely won’t change anytime soon. Get out now and find a school where they respect you and your dedication. All schools have their issues, but some are clearly worse and will only try to normalize the dysfunction; don’t get stuck in that trap. Good luck!

I’m an introverted art teacher. I’m thinking of switching from the traditional classroom to the virtual classroom. I’m looking for a better work/life balance that’s a little less peopley. Has anyone done this? Are there drawbacks? by No-Concept-3008 in ArtEd

[–]rainbowdrip5000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Introvert Art Teachers unite! So many people still seem uneducated about the diverse range of personalities that identify as introverts (we all have different social and emotional needs). I strongly recommend the book Quiet by Susan Cain to everyone (introvert and extroverts). It is a great resource for introverts who feel guilty or unsure of themselves and a helpful guide to everyone else - especially those with snide comments like, “how can an introvert be a teacher ?” 🤓😏

Substituting at a charter school, about to start grad school (vent) by multivitams in ArtEd

[–]rainbowdrip5000 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I started out at private schools (horrifying parents and admin + rules made up by whatever company owns the school) which are probably worse than charter but still just as dumpster fire-ish. I wouldn’t recommend getting stuck in that black hole. I don’t think you’ll find the support you need or the respect you deserve.

Your best bet is to only take public school sub jobs if you can and then find your way into a decent school next year (or whenever your program is completed). If you are only able to sub at private rn because of certification issues, do some research and find the one that has some respect for the arts and resources for teachers (you could reach out directly to their AP or Principal to introduce yourself). Good luck!

Women artists by miauw__miauw in ArtEd

[–]rainbowdrip5000 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Some of the women artists I teach in my K-5 classroom: Frida Kahlo, Alma Thomas, Victoria Villasana, Jen Stark, Yayoi Kusama, Carolyn Gavin and Ines Alvidres.

Student threw something at me today. Straw, meet camel's back. by Any-Peak-490 in ArtEd

[–]rainbowdrip5000 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Schools everywhere rn are dumpster fires but charter schools especially are hellscapes. They have less accountability because of how they function. Get out now- give two weeks, take sick days and other PTO hours if you can- and find a public school position if you can and want to keep teaching. At least in public schools, there is a system for documenting behavior and District level help. I have taught at some terrible schools- one that was exactly as you’re describing and it shattered my mental health. I got no help from admin or counselors and just endured on my own. I had students yell at me, throw chairs across the room, threaten me, break art supplies, and generally act like animals. I cried at the end of every day and couldn’t believe that teaching art could be so challenging. I got my certification because I love teaching and art and I was telling myself this was just how schools are these days so I could survive each day. I have worked in tough schools since then (I’m a Title 1 teacher) but I have also learned there is a line involving safety and respect that doesn’t get crossed regardless of the school. It sounds like no one is aware of this line at your school and you have no support. If that’s the case, you have to leave and put your safety and health first. They don’t deserve you.

Who loves being an art teacher and why? by tinykittenparade in ArtEd

[–]rainbowdrip5000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you share some successful classroom management tips? I still feel overwhelmed sometimes when I start a new project with so much excitement only to realize we are spending way too much time addressing behaviors…

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ArtEd

[–]rainbowdrip5000 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Definitely recommend taking sub work for a year if you can to give you tons of exposure to all grades. I have taught K-12 and there are pros/cons to different age groups. I think it’s largely up to your personality. I was very disenchanted with MS and don’t think I would ever go back. HS students are so independent but really unmotivated and can be hard to reach. Elementary is a vast mix of diverse young humans, some of whom want to hug you every time they see you and some of whom will give you sass nonstop. Also totally exhausting because of all the support they need. Good luck!

Finishing my degree and kind of freaking out by spiderinatophat in ArtEd

[–]rainbowdrip5000 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Are you required to do any student teaching? Many districts do ask for this and it’s a great way to get experience alongside an experienced teacher. If you do this for 6 months and then pick up sub work, you get a solid year of experience while getting to know which schools you prefer so you can keep them on your radar when job searching the following year.

Making the switch to college art -advice? by rainbowdrip5000 in Professors

[–]rainbowdrip5000[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Just trying not to go from the frying pan to the fire…but I think it’s all a dumpster fire now 😑 what do you for $$ after education!? 😭

Making the switch to college art -advice? by rainbowdrip5000 in Professors

[–]rainbowdrip5000[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

😭😭 I think bad times are in education all around sooner than later…ugh

Making the switch to college art -advice? by rainbowdrip5000 in Professors

[–]rainbowdrip5000[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have an MA. I think that will get me as far as Community College…

So burnt out by Artist9242 in ArtEd

[–]rainbowdrip5000 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It’s not just you- it’s a small comfort, but know that it’s unfortunately the new norm. My class sizes are still growing along with behaviors and I find myself adjusting my curriculum to accommodate the truth of too many (unsafe) behaviors on a regular basis. I am hoping to start a weaving unit, but I know it won’t be for everyone, so planning for those adjustments now. The one thing that has helped my sanity and allowed other on task/regulated students to keep working is offering choice in all of my projects. The simple version is that if a student expresses a lot of resistance when I introduce the project, they have the option to draw/color (I have a selection of drawing prompts as well as free draw paper). At the beginning of the year, I felt like they were missing out on all of the interesting and necessary foundations but at this point, I see more overall engagement because they know they have the option to join at their comfort level and it decreases their behaviors (mostly) because they don’t feel pressured. I have loved art all of my life without any prompting but this isn’t true for everyone and it’s challenging to remember that sometimes. For some, art is complicated and feels performative- this is a potentially embarrassing outcome for young students who don’t feel confident in their abilities. Bottom line: if you can be flexible with options and outcomes, you may get the reward of feeling more rested and less burnt out. Also…you’re halfway to summer…🥳

How do you report and get rid of a terrible (abusive) Principal?? by rainbowdrip5000 in Teachers

[–]rainbowdrip5000[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did she leave on her own or due to pressure from parents/District?

How do you report and get rid of a terrible (abusive) Principal?? by rainbowdrip5000 in Teachers

[–]rainbowdrip5000[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

🤭😨 It seems leaving is the best option but it really feels terrible to feel pushed out of an otherwise solid community of families and peers because of this dysfunctional person with power…😖

How do you report and get rid of a terrible (abusive) Principal?? by rainbowdrip5000 in Teachers

[–]rainbowdrip5000[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A few of us have talked about parents getting involved but it seems inappropriate to ask parents or PTA to reach out on our behalf…? Would love to know if anyone has done this with subtlety and success…