by Bianca Goolsby, MBA | Jan 6, 2020 | #StoriesInATeacherShoes
(Teacher Submitted) The System has made it impossible for me to get a permanent high school social studies position! I grew up in one of the most diverse countries in the world! My mom came from a Hindu background and my dad from a Muslim background. I was shot...
by Bianca Goolsby, MBA | Jul 8, 2019 | #StoriesInATeacherShoes
(Teacher Submitted) Where is the line of demarcation between what’s best for the kids and what’s equitable for teachers? Isn’t it best for the kids when the adults in front of them on a daily basis feel respected and validated as professionals? Or are we only...
by Bianca Goolsby, MBA | Jun 23, 2019 | #StoriesInATeacherShoes
I started my 7th-period class and greeted my students as we prepared for day’s lesson. About 15 minutes into the lesson, two of my fellow teachers came into my classroom because they needed help. My coworkers know that I’m always down to help with anything. So...
by Bianca Goolsby, MBA | Jun 16, 2019 | #StoriesInATeacherShoes
(Teacher Submitted) Day by day, depression is creeping in. I don’t find any enjoyment in my work. I’m tired and I’m unsure how I’m still surviving. My administrative staff doesn’t support me. They intentionally moved me to this grade...
by Bianca Goolsby, MBA | Jun 8, 2019 | #StoriesInATeacherShoes
(Teacher Submitted) I’ve been vested in my district and still do not have job security. I spoke out regarding a cheating scandal that happened on my campus that only resulted in bullying and intimidation. I thought that I was doing the right thing by speaking up...
by Bianca Goolsby, MBA | Jun 1, 2019 | #StoriesInATeacherShoes
(Teacher Submitted) When I come home I don’t speak. I instantly get aggravated when my spouse talks to me. They are shutting down because I didn’t have a great day and that sucks their energy away. My mind is racing on what I can do to be a better teacher....
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