Summer school starts next week for me. This year the class is considerably smaller, but if they're willing to pay, I'm willing to show up.
Why is the class so small? Did we suddenly get an influx of kids who cared to pass? Alas, no. This year our Superintendent decided to launch his online learning school. They're offering about 25 courses, including ones we don't normally have like "geometry" and "french". Over 90 students signed up and about 65 showed up for the orientation. Since it's online, they do not have to actually go to the school, although it is open during the day with a teacher there to help. I can tell you that yesterday (day 3), I saw 4 students... 3 of whom are masters in the art of screwing around. I'd like to believe that all of these students will be successful, but having watched them sit around for an entire school year, I don't really see any inducement for a flurry of work in 6 weeks. Perhaps they'll prove me wrong and I can start looking for a new job.
In the meantime, my garden is flourishing - tomatoes will be ripening soon, as will the raspberries. The lettuce plants are producing enough for a salad every other day. I finished painting the guest room and I'm working on refinishing the vanity. I never did get to the bathroom floors, but I still have time in the coming month.
Why is the class so small? Did we suddenly get an influx of kids who cared to pass? Alas, no. This year our Superintendent decided to launch his online learning school. They're offering about 25 courses, including ones we don't normally have like "geometry" and "french". Over 90 students signed up and about 65 showed up for the orientation. Since it's online, they do not have to actually go to the school, although it is open during the day with a teacher there to help. I can tell you that yesterday (day 3), I saw 4 students... 3 of whom are masters in the art of screwing around. I'd like to believe that all of these students will be successful, but having watched them sit around for an entire school year, I don't really see any inducement for a flurry of work in 6 weeks. Perhaps they'll prove me wrong and I can start looking for a new job.
In the meantime, my garden is flourishing - tomatoes will be ripening soon, as will the raspberries. The lettuce plants are producing enough for a salad every other day. I finished painting the guest room and I'm working on refinishing the vanity. I never did get to the bathroom floors, but I still have time in the coming month.
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