The Eisenhower PTA president (yes, you should absolutely speak to him) will have the names of those that resigned from the district. The ones that are staying might not be as willing because administrative retribution is a real threat in the WSD. The principal, HR, the superintendent– they've been throwing IKE faculty and staff under the bus all year.
ICYMI– the principal has resigned. It's amazing how much damage can be caused in such little time by one incompetent, ill-prepared person, backed by the deaf egos of some folks in the Fisher building. Hopefully, the admins learned a lesson and listen to teachers next time, instead of punishing them into silence/leaving. This all could have been avoided many months ago. The WSD administration owes the families of Eisenhower an unreserved apology. Also, where is the teacher's union? Has there been a single public statement this entire year? Whatever one's feelings are on Act 10, a reasonable person can see the role that an organization that speaks collectively for teachers could have played in preventing this mess.
Lastly, thanks for your coverage here. I've been enjoying your other articles!
Yes, I did hear about that earlier today. And good point on the teacher's union. I didn't think about it, but I could see them potentially being helpful in these types of situations.
Talk. To. Teachers. The administrative gas-lighting is strong, and it seems like you bought some of it.
If there are particular teachers you think I should reach out to send me an email.
The Eisenhower PTA president (yes, you should absolutely speak to him) will have the names of those that resigned from the district. The ones that are staying might not be as willing because administrative retribution is a real threat in the WSD. The principal, HR, the superintendent– they've been throwing IKE faculty and staff under the bus all year.
ICYMI– the principal has resigned. It's amazing how much damage can be caused in such little time by one incompetent, ill-prepared person, backed by the deaf egos of some folks in the Fisher building. Hopefully, the admins learned a lesson and listen to teachers next time, instead of punishing them into silence/leaving. This all could have been avoided many months ago. The WSD administration owes the families of Eisenhower an unreserved apology. Also, where is the teacher's union? Has there been a single public statement this entire year? Whatever one's feelings are on Act 10, a reasonable person can see the role that an organization that speaks collectively for teachers could have played in preventing this mess.
Lastly, thanks for your coverage here. I've been enjoying your other articles!
Yes, I did hear about that earlier today. And good point on the teacher's union. I didn't think about it, but I could see them potentially being helpful in these types of situations.
Yes, where has the union support been??? They never forget to collect their money monthly.
Great job Ben on providing a look into what appears to be a mess. I agree to talk with teachers!
Have you talked to the president of the IKE PTA yet?
No, should I?
Is there a way I can talk offline
Sure. You can email me at ben@wauwastoa.com and we can set up a time to meet.
The ULC is the Urban Learning Collaborative. My understanding is this would bring in uncertified teachers.
https://urban-learning.org/
Ah, thanks. Ok I think I’ve heard of that before. Will read about it a little more.