It's Official / myLot

United States

March 7, 2023 8:07pm CST

This morning, I emailed my principal my letter of intent to retire at the end of this school year. Since we are retiring together, it comes as no surprise to her. Now, though, it is official. With my letter in hand, so to speak, she can identify my replacement - a colleague currently teaching another subject who wants to teach 4th Grade. My replacement and I have talked at length about her taking my place and the steps I am taking to organize all my notes, plans, etc... to make the transition as easy as possible. My students all know I'm retiring, as does most of the staff and a good number of the parents. As of now, I have 55 students days left until I begin my very long summer vacation.

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Judy Evans

@JudyEv (349283)

• Rockingham, Australia

8 Mar 23

It doesn't sound like you're counting - much!!

That's great news. I'm sure you'll love being retired.

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DW Davis

@DWDavis (25809)

• United States

8 Mar 23

My countdown to retirement coincides with my students' countdown to summer vacation. That gives me some cover.

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Judy Evans

@JudyEv (349283)

• Rockingham, Australia

9 Mar 23

@DWDavis

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Eva James

@wolfgirl569 (113624)

• Marion, Ohio

8 Mar 23

It's getting very close

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snowy

@snowy22315 (186971)

• United States

8 Mar 23

congratulations! You will find lots to do. It won't get boring.

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DW Davis

@DWDavis (25809)

• United States

8 Mar 23

I've had so many people tell me that I'll be busier after I retire than when I was working. I know there are three groups thinking they'll fill my time with volunteer work. Sadly for them, I already have plans for my time that involve writing and promoting my books. I am retiring from teaching. I will still be working.