It is., it is., it is., It is true. Teaching is the best job in the world. The school I am at is the best school EVER and it is "only Decile 2". Hmmm (thoughtful drone) - I have learnt that Decile 2 does not mean bad, below, rubbish or anything else detrimental. What I learnt more, is that a Decile 2 school can have excellent management, structures, procedures, planning and visions which surpass school Decile labels greater than 2. Specifically, 'my' school is led by a Principal who has had to work hard to gain her position and understands where students are coming from, how they feel and has empathy with their struggles. She is open to constructive comments even if opinions do not agree with her own and is a just, fair, open and clear leader with focus on student achievement, equality and professional development.
The students are no more rowdy than other schools although I am not saying for a moment there are not additional challenges, mainly related to the socio-economic area, health care and general motivation levels that comes along with low income homes. The students I have met so far are all personable, albeit some are a bit stroppy and moody, but so was I as a teenager. No, I think stereotyping a school solely on the basis of its decile rating is inappropriate. There is more to a school than its rating as a result of its location. The people, including teachers, students and extended community members give the school I work at a rich, varied and vibrant feel.
I think it is perfect! I have the best job in the best school. I don't think I'll be moving any time soon.
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