A few weeks ago, I posted about a temporary job that I had taken with the kids’ school. That job was supposed to be coming to an end this week. However, we’re at a location where many local schools are closing - both public and Catholic - and families will be faced with 30+ kids in a classroom, making it hard for each child to learn well. As a result, the job at our location has been extended through early October. So our schedule will remain a little crazy for a few more weeks.
The job is not about the money, although the money is definitely a nice bonus. I love the kids’ school - it’s met a huge need in our family, and it’s a wonderful opportunity if it’s a good fit for an individual family. We’ve had some amazing conversations with people - both good and bad. We’ve heard stories of such stress in schools that children are scared to go to school. It should not be this way. When we under-value our educational systems, we end up with some of the stories about which we’re hearing.
We’ve met some people and have heard some stories just based on our presence at the mall. Some come to talk just because we’re there - they have no children in school, they’re just passing by. A friendly smile helps to take the edge off and they seem eager for a listening ear. People have amazing stories - sometimes we just need to stop and listen.
There’s no real point to this post - just dropping in for a quick hello as we enjoy a day off (although we’re all fighting colds and such!). Have a great day!
Well congrats on the extension of the job and good luck with the crazy schedule.
Hope you can pop over to the Labor Day Giveaway I’m having.
http://msmorgansrealitycheck.blogspot.com/2012/09/labor-day-giveaway.html
Happy Blogging.
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