When Grading Turns Into a Battlefield: My First-Year Saga

Confidant, let me take you into the wild maze of my first year teaching at a private Christian school in the heart of Texas. Picture this: a school led by a pastor-turned-principal, once a police officer, now a self-appointed political gatekeeper. My golden rule? No politics at work. Yet, my silence is branded as 'too liberal.' The irony! 😅 Five times this year, I was told the mysterious 'board' doubted my abilities—only to discover it was all smoke and mirrors. My students thrived, their scores soared, but still, the drama thickened. Now, I’m asked to enter grades for assignments I’ve never seen, under my name! Can you believe it? The ethical dilemma is real, and I refuse to play along. Has anyone else faced such a bizarre grading nightmare? Drop your thoughts, corrections, or wild stories below. Let’s crack this code together—maybe there’s a loophole I missed! 🤔🔥 What would you do in my shoes? Let’s get loud in the comments! 🥲 #TeacherLife #EthicsInEducation #FirstYearStruggles #Education