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PetitePomme
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Yesterday was terrible...vent
PetitePomme
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I had a horrible day yesterday. To start with it was CD 1, which I was expecting but it still sucked.
I was pretty emotional already when I headed into work (I'm a teacher). Around lunch time yesterday one of the other teachers congratulated me. I had no idea what she was talking about so I had to ask why she was congratulating me. She looked completely baffled and said because permanent contracts had come out and I must have gotten one (it's my third year teaching). I said I hadn't heard anything but would talk to my principal. After talking to my principal I found out that not only had I not gotten a permanent contract but one of the teachers who had been teaching for less time than me had. I quickly contacted HR to find out what had happened and they informed me that if I thought someone had wrongfully gotten a contract I would have to submit that person's name so that they could investigate and possibly revoke the contract. To top it all off, I bawled in front of my students, just couldn't stop crying. ugh.
So, this is where I stand : no contract, no job security and if I want to fight it I have to possibly hurt a colleague. I did contact the union yesterday to get their take on what I may be able to do but wont have an answer until next week. I feel confused, cheated and deflated. I really thought this was my year.
I don't want this to ruin my weekend. So ladies, when you've had a really bad day and you need to pull yourself out of your funk, what do you do?
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Re: Yesterday was terrible...vent
That really stinks, I'm sorry. What a horrible position to be in. Did your principal give any reason as to why you didn't get the contract? Is this other teacher in the same position as you (classroom teacher) or are they a specialist?
Do something nice for yourself today. Maybe a mani/pedi with a girlfriend. Or a new outfit. Retail therapy usually helps me feel better. And chocolate.
We're both classroom French Immersion teachers. I teach a combined 3/4 and she teaches a combined 4/5. My principal is completely baffled as to why I didn't get a contract (contracts come from the school board). It just doesn't seem to make sense.
Thanks for the de-funking ideas, I just can't seem to even think clearly enough to help myslef. A little shopping may just be the answer to take my mind off things.
Oh P-P I'm so sorry! That sounds so unjust for so many reasons. When I'm in a funk I let myself wallow for a good 24 hours.. drown my sorrows in food, have wine, splurge on some online shopping, book a massage, take a ridiculously long nap, whatever.. and then wake up the next morning determined to have a fresh start.
Sending you a ((hug)) and hope that your union can help and/or you get answers soon.
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Oh man that is awful. I am so sorry about everything. I hope something happens and you get the contract afterall.That just sucks.
As for pulling myself out of a funk...I don't know. I just try and forget about it...which is hard.
How completely frustrating and disappointing! I am a teacher and know how much it means to have the permanent contract in hand. If I was in your position, I would contact your union rep to find out what needs to be done. They will be on your side and give you the best advice for your situation. As for hurting a colleague, you have to go out and fight for yourself because no one else is going to do it and hopefully, your colleague will understand your position. I'm sure, they would do the same if the situation was reversed. Hopefully, they will find out that it was all just a big misunderstanding and the contract should have gone to you.
If your looking to pull yourself out of the funk, enjoy a day filled with girlfriends, shopping or spa, and end it with a nice quite evening with DH. Wishing you the best and if you need to vent about teaching issues, I'm always available!
That really doesn't make ANY sense! I'm so sorry. Maybe if you talked to someone else in HR? I hate this for you! I hope you can get it worked out. (I'm am a teacher too, I went to subbing though so I could be home more with the LO. Hope to go back to full time someday.)
I'm really sorry you had such a terrible day! Hopefully things can work out without you hurting your co-worker. I know it may be hard, but try not to let it get you down this weekend. Perhaps you can call a close friend and plan a day/night out or pamper yourself. Maybe get one of these
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