tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2317579638837470105.post6646729508659438798..comments2023-06-12T12:33:28.298-04:00Comments on Musements: And now...layoffsThe Quizzinatorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04253861138676888269noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2317579638837470105.post-50764228522685814212011-08-06T16:59:12.583-04:002011-08-06T16:59:12.583-04:00I hever got a chance to comment, but find it odd t...I hever got a chance to comment, but find it odd that no one else did, either. <br /><br />DJ...appreciate you coming forward. I've been often asked if you were the poster on thsi board, and had to keep a straight face when they asked. I know you had some sympathy for these views, if not the methods, but thanks for your efforts!The Quizzinatorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04253861138676888269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2317579638837470105.post-66734449738414656472011-04-26T20:38:29.390-04:002011-04-26T20:38:29.390-04:00In response to the person who addressed “Donna J”....In response to the person who addressed “Donna J”. I debated if I wanted to respond to their accusation that I was the blog administrator, and finally decided that I wanted to clarify this misperception. I won’t deny posting sometimes, but my comments were never cruel as some have been. I found the allegation a bit humorous because I had also been accused of calling the “postcard meeting”. Although I was openly dissatisfied with the principal’s behavior toward others, I am not responsible for either allegation.<br /><br />I did address my concerns by speaking to Father Dan twice. I also spoke to Mrs. Mann from the Education Office when she came to the school. When I realized that the situation would not improve, I made the difficult decision to leave. I never felt that this was an easy choice because my children had attended since 1st grade and I had been very involved for 8 years – helping with Teacher Appreciation Week, writing a grant to improve safety and security within the school, and serving on the PTO. I sincerely did (and do) care about the teachers and parents there. However, I knew that leaving was the best choice for us. <br /><br />Upon leaving, I never received an exit survey which had been traditionally done in the past. When I asked others who left the same year, none of them had received one either. Several months later, I contacted the school office to request one. I completed it along with a letter to Father. My survey had a box asking if I wished to be contacted. I checked “yes”, but never received a call. As I clearly stated in my letter, I did not leave because I “moved” (yes, I actually heard that reason), I did not leave “due to finances”, I did not leave because “I didn’t get my way”, and I did not leave because “I didn’t like change”. <br /><br />For those who say that they believe the children do not feel the effects, I would disagree. I heard many parents say that the teachers seemed to be in bad moods more often. I would say that there was a direct relationship to what was happening and how they were treated. My own child would come home and tell me stories of teachers going to the office and coming back to the classroom in tears. Even if a faculty member is not performing in a suitable manner and needs to be let go, there is no excuse for the kinds of behavior that occurred. . <br /><br />Watching a very strained situation for the faculty and parents those last few years – the mistrust of others, backstabbing, individuals being humiliated in front of students, the silent treatment to those who questioned, physical ailments due to stress, and parents afraid to speak because of possible retribution to their child; I knew it was time to leave. It was a very dysfunctional environment. I can’t tell you the emotional burden that left me upon leaving the school. <br /><br />At first, I worried about how my children would adjust, but they have done quite well. I have also had very good experiences with the teachers at our new schools. They are dedicated and care about the kids. The main difference is that they seem more relaxed and less stressed than the school we left.<br /><br />In response to your comment that I should get involved with my children’s new schools - I am certainly very involved. Every day I email out the announcements to the parents at my daughter’s school. I attend PTO meetings and I am helping organize Teacher Appreciation Week next week. I know firsthand how hard all teachers work. I was and continue to remain involved with their schools. <br /><br />It has been almost two years since we left Holy Cross and although I miss the teachers and parents, I know I made the best decision. To Anonymous or anyone else for that matter, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me directly.<br /><br />Former Holy Cross Parent,<br /><br />Donna J.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2317579638837470105.post-16586674594141642962011-04-10T09:42:09.267-04:002011-04-10T09:42:09.267-04:00Got the automated call on Friday about a propagand...Got the automated call on Friday about a propaganda meeting on Monday. Not sure whether I will attend. My children seem unaffected right now. But am very concerned about what will happen in the coming years.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2317579638837470105.post-65316139916603922482011-04-09T22:51:47.535-04:002011-04-09T22:51:47.535-04:00Besides, we aren't talking about high school, ...Besides, we aren't talking about high school, we're talking about elementary. I really could care less about STMP's college acceptance rates....and the full Jacono hasn't been felt yet, either.The Quizzinatorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04253861138676888269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2317579638837470105.post-32530025345280405022011-04-09T22:45:50.516-04:002011-04-09T22:45:50.516-04:00Wrong...but please try again. You've only got ...Wrong...but please try again. You've only got 100 or so unhappy people to guess.The Quizzinatorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04253861138676888269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2317579638837470105.post-76775840866805364092011-04-09T22:42:21.151-04:002011-04-09T22:42:21.151-04:00Donna J Your children do not even attend HCS so yo...Donna J Your children do not even attend HCS so you should direct your attention to your new public school where im sure they welcome your expertice advice and wise educational knowledge and background .Come to STMP and be amazed at the class of 2011 and their college acceptance.HCS has produced wonderful students.I pray your children are also blessed and sucesssful i have 2 masters degee in education and wouldn't begin to Question your opioionsAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2317579638837470105.post-32679827111534529392011-04-09T21:28:20.258-04:002011-04-09T21:28:20.258-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.The Quizzinatorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04253861138676888269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2317579638837470105.post-38836239789845058332011-04-09T21:28:19.585-04:002011-04-09T21:28:19.585-04:00Catholic education is in for a rocky road. I suspe...Catholic education is in for a rocky road. I suspect Denise simply hastened the demise by about 5 years. They'll hang around for a few years, they will re-invent themselves a few times, but what has been lost will be impossible to regain-certainly as long as Denise is in charge.The Quizzinatorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04253861138676888269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2317579638837470105.post-91131775715597060212011-04-09T18:08:32.646-04:002011-04-09T18:08:32.646-04:00Will the Diocese of Wilmington completely abandon ...Will the Diocese of Wilmington completely abandon elementary education below the canal? When HCS folds next year - what is going to happen?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2317579638837470105.post-89359377646523971842011-04-04T10:07:09.352-04:002011-04-04T10:07:09.352-04:00Sorry about the formatting...they've changed a...Sorry about the formatting...they've changed a few things since I've posted last.The Quizzinatorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04253861138676888269noreply@blogger.com