Monday, May 22, 2006
Still trying to get that day off
Well, I'm still trying to get my kids the day off the last day of a religious holiday next year. I contacted a local organization who works with youth in a bi-county area and I contacted the Rabbi at my Temple. I contacted two friends who, while they were not that all concerned about said calendar, were completely unaware this was going on. It was one of these friends who suggested contacting the Rabbi. She is friends with someone on the schoolboard so we'll see.
Monday Rambling
Today, thank goodness, has been a fairly typical Monday. Yes, that day of the week where my life returns to 'normal.' My daughter and stepson return to school, and my son clings to me like a barnacle. He's 3, and he doesn't do this during the weekend. But on Monday mornings he seems to have to soak me up so he gets a good dose for the week while he has me to himself.
Thursday, May 18, 2006
What color is the sky in your world?
I know I am not crazy yet today forces were trying to prove me otherwise.
I attempted to gain a day off in my kids' school calendar next spring (April 2007) for a religious observance. The superintendent was very pleasant on the phone but his answer was no. Then I emailed one of my 'brilliant' ideas and while said superintendent agreed with it's worthiness (although he did NOT use the word brilliant) it was still nixed.
So I called a friend whose kids would also observe this holiday and go to school in this district. She was NOT aware the schools would be open, stating she hadn't seen the calendar. Superintendent told me 'the calendar has gone out' to which I couldn't dispute. But I would venture that 90% of the parents didn't read it - it was a one-page summary attached to another newsletter and it arrived 3 months ago!
I learned that a snow day could NOT be designated for the day I want my kids home because this would 'confuse' too many people if the alleged snow day is not used on the day it's been proposed. Like what significance is it to anyone to have off the Friday prior to Memorial Day weekend?
Am I crazy? Until the darn thing is printed in bulk, which will be mid-August and mailed to each family, I don't see how it can be set in stone.
I emailed the head of my religious organization and asked him to call the superintendent. It can't hurt. I don't think my kids or I as their parent should have to choose between religion and education. I'm not angry, just annoyed and perplexed. Said superintendent stated publically the School Board welcomes input but I can see why no one wants to open their mouths when nothing changes.
Sigh.
I attempted to gain a day off in my kids' school calendar next spring (April 2007) for a religious observance. The superintendent was very pleasant on the phone but his answer was no. Then I emailed one of my 'brilliant' ideas and while said superintendent agreed with it's worthiness (although he did NOT use the word brilliant) it was still nixed.
So I called a friend whose kids would also observe this holiday and go to school in this district. She was NOT aware the schools would be open, stating she hadn't seen the calendar. Superintendent told me 'the calendar has gone out' to which I couldn't dispute. But I would venture that 90% of the parents didn't read it - it was a one-page summary attached to another newsletter and it arrived 3 months ago!
I learned that a snow day could NOT be designated for the day I want my kids home because this would 'confuse' too many people if the alleged snow day is not used on the day it's been proposed. Like what significance is it to anyone to have off the Friday prior to Memorial Day weekend?
Am I crazy? Until the darn thing is printed in bulk, which will be mid-August and mailed to each family, I don't see how it can be set in stone.
I emailed the head of my religious organization and asked him to call the superintendent. It can't hurt. I don't think my kids or I as their parent should have to choose between religion and education. I'm not angry, just annoyed and perplexed. Said superintendent stated publically the School Board welcomes input but I can see why no one wants to open their mouths when nothing changes.
Sigh.
