I'm DONE! As of midnight tonight.

[avoncallingu]

After 38 years of being involved in the Education of Young People in one form or other, I have decided not to pay my "College of Teachers" dues which means that I will not be a certified teacher as of midnight tonight. It is a very bittersweet day. The "Teaching Community" and culture have been a part of my life since I was in Grade 8 (since my dad became a teacher that year.)

I wish the best to all of you who are involved in teaching the young - whether as parents - teachers- education administrators - board of education trustees - guide/scout leaders- Sunday School Teachers- Day Care Employees and on and on. Your calling is an honourable one.

[anisa]

Wishing you the best from 12:01

[avoncallingu]

Oh, thanks, anisa! Everything is good - just feeling a little nostalgic tonight.

[SharonMe]

I'm sure you've given it a lot of thought. Are you retired now?
We have many teachers in our extended family. It is indeed an honorable profession.
Best wishes to you.

[TaraF]

38 years is quite some time, I think a break is in order. And that should mean you have more time to spend with us. Right?

[avoncallingu]

My dh complains that I spend TOO MUCH time with you guys as it is! LOL!

I retired from being a principal 9 years ago but have been supply teaching since then. Now I have to give away all my "teacher" stuff - 'cause I'll not need it any more! That should free up a few square feet of space! I said I was going to have a bonfire tonight, but the news out of Boston has taken the wind out of my celebration!

[DiamondLil]

Enjoy your retirement. Youve certainly earned it.

[Lynn49]

Oh, my Friend....I recall when my hubby retired from teaching high school and being the head of two departments...it was difficult, and like you, he supply-taught for a few years after that. Then he tutored for another year. It's not like ripping off a bandaid, is it? Particularly when you enjoy teaching youngsters ... but once you get over it....he admits to a freedom, that's for sure!
Good luck, Hon...I know it hasn't been an easy decision for you...and I wish you many happy years with your hubby, travelling (meeting us in Michigan again?)...and enjoying each other's company. And your two fur-babies....Have a wonderful retirement, Hon!!

[Lynn49]

[Lynn49]

Have I convinced you, yet?! It's a GOOD thing, Hon!!!
Did I mention: EVERY day is Saturday?!!

[Yurika]

Now enjoy your life without any "teaching" and start a new life trip.

[Natalka]

Enjoy retirement! How many years did you teach?

My dad retired at 57 after 38 years as a teacher, principal, superintendent. Two years later, he started a brand new 'career' in the ministry.

[walkonby]

Congratulations avon!!! Enjoy every day, that was some long a** career!! ( Ahem, cough cough...said the streetwalker of 35 years. )

[bluerose]

Once a teacher always a teacher

[jasperandchar]

Congrats to you and your decision and 38 years of dedications to education our children!