[arsabl]

I’m tired. It’s the holidays and I don’t feel festive or happy.

Our P decided to engage everyone in some FUN contest to solve puzzles and a mystery for a great prize. I received the first secret contact email at 4 am this morning. I'm awake at that time so that’s ok, but I’m the designated communication specialist for my team. This means I am the person to keep my team motivated.

I’m not interested in this nonsense during a pandemic, while simultaneously teaching in-person and distance learners and caring for my in laws who are recovering from Covid.

I understand she is trying to bring some levity and fun back into our lives. I’m tired. I’m scared for my health and that my in laws will never recover.

This is not a good time. I don’t think I’m being a party pooper, but maybe I am.

[kahluablast]

I think adding ANYTHING at the holidays is a mistake. I am sorry that you are dealing with it.

I don't have anyone I am caring for and I am mentally just done. Every day is hard to get through and exhausted at the end. Just too many unknowns, I think, and they take a toll.

Can you ask if anyone on the team wants to take the lead? There may be someone who enjoys this kind of thing.

[GreyhoundGirl]

I totally get it. My new P’s theme this year is “Get in the Game” and she’s designed a get to know you year long challenge. She posts the points leader each week.

Here’s the kicker: she had the instructional coaches put it all together. Really? That’s what they’re doing with their time when one of the 2nd grade teachers asked for help. Ridiculous.

[Renea]

Even when things are going great and there is no pandemic I didn't find these these activities fun. Teaching is so much work and adding to that work with something "fun" that only creates more work is unwelcome.

[Keltikmom]

I remember some of those activities when I was teaching. I just didn’t participate. I agree that you should ask someone else to take the lead on this. Be honest and say “I just don’t want to.” Bet you’re not the only one.

[klarabelle]

I'd ask around for someone to take over. I would also let them know you are busy with family health concerns that you don't have time to do the job.

[arsabl]

I asked my "team" to, please, take over. No responses. I never saw my P yesterday. No more secret emails...yet.

I’m going to ignore this nonsense now.

We are returning to full Distance Learning on Monday. I have more important priorities.

[kahluablast]

Ignoring sounds ilke a perfect plan!