Under extenuating circumstances
@GardenGerty (160978)
United States
October 5, 2020 5:51pm CST
John, my lead teacher is leaving his contract, under extenuating circumstances.
Last school year he had a roll over accident in his truck, and walked away.
But . . . he had neck and maybe spinal damage.
To help the pain he went to a chiropractor, who in treating him, manipulated his neck.
In February, right before spring break, he was hospitalized for extreme pain, and had surgery on his neck. He has been doing therapies to help him regain his strength and use of his legs and hands. It is not progressing well. He is too tired from working full time. His wife and family have persuaded him that he needs to focus on taking care of his health.
I am sad. He is a really good teacher and leader.
Keep us in mind as they start looking for a replacement.
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@GardenGerty (160978)
• United States
6 Oct 20
We all gave him a big hug, and cried a little. He is good to work with.
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@GardenGerty (160978)
• United States
6 Oct 20
It is a shame. I have not worked with him much, but have learned a lot. He has lots of compassion for these kids and the ones with difficult home life.
@kaylachan (71785)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
6 Oct 20
While now is the worst time to be out of work, it's true. He should put his health first. Perhaps he could consider getting critified to tell teach in his spare time. He could still teach, but at a pace befitting his current health. I wish him well and a possible speedy recovery.
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@GardenGerty (160978)
• United States
6 Oct 20
He does not really need the income. He has earned retirement packages in some other places. He owns a small business near his home. We need him, but he wants to live long and well and enjoy his grandchildren.
@crazyhorseladycx (39509)
• United States
6 Oct 20
oh no! his family 'tis correct though, he needs to work'n his healin'. 'tis a long journey. i hope they find someone 's good 's he, will keep fingers crossed fer such.
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@GardenGerty (160978)
• United States
6 Oct 20
Hard to find qualified special ed teachers. I am hoping that something works out. We will just keep serving the kids.
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@GardenGerty (160978)
• United States
6 Oct 20
@crazyhorseladycx Yes, he had tears in his eyes when he told us, and he wanted to tell us before word got out elsewhere.
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@crazyhorseladycx (39509)
• United States
6 Oct 20
@GardenGerty no doubt't pains him, this decision, but he does really needs to work'n his health. i hope someone 'tis found, too. many've that piece 'f paper, too few've the heart.
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@GardenGerty (160978)
• United States
6 Oct 20
It is sad, because he is really good for the kids and really cares about them.
@GardenGerty (160978)
• United States
6 Oct 20
Thank you. That is what is needed.
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@BarBaraPrz (47670)
• St. Catharines, Ontario
6 Oct 20
You should never walk away from an accident without first getting checked by a medical professional.
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@GardenGerty (160978)
• United States
6 Oct 20
Oh, I know that, you know that, and he probably knew better but did not.
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@lovinangelsinstead21 (36850)
• Pamplona, Spain
6 Oct 20
Sorry to hear that maybe with rest he will start to feel better.
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@GardenGerty (160978)
• United States
6 Oct 20
He has come a long way since last spring, but he needs to not overdo it. He wants to live long and enjoy his family in his "golden years".
@GardenGerty (160978)
• United States
6 Oct 20
He has a lot of accumulated sick days, that will likely cash out. He has enough credits for retirement from at least two states, as well. I would be concerned about his health insurance, though.
@GardenGerty (160978)
• United States
6 Oct 20
Yes, he does need more time off to get the most of his treatments.
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@GardenGerty (160978)
• United States
6 Oct 20
I do too. Some days he says he only has about thirty percent usage of one of his hands.
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@RasmaSandra (80784)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
6 Oct 20
That is sad news. I will put him in my prayers and offer many blessings to him and his family, It is much more important to look after one's own health,
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@Courtlynn (67080)
• United States
6 Oct 20
leaving will suck for you all but seems best for him.
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@GardenGerty (160978)
• United States
6 Oct 20
You hit the nail on the head. He needs to do this. He hates to leave, and says this is the best team of paraprofessionals he has ever had the privilege to work with. It was a very hard decision.
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@jvicentevalera (13671)
• Santiago, Chile
6 Oct 20
It is such a heartbreaking story. I really hope there's a way to relieve his pain so he gets back to normal.
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@GardenGerty (160978)
• United States
6 Oct 20
I hope he gets his strength back.
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