First class

I really enjoyed the conversation we had about TRS. My long range plan is to someday teach for a college. Now you tell me that I might have to move to another state for Certs to count toward retirement. I also know that your discussion on reading the newspaper daily is important. I need to take time everyday to keep up with the news around me. The last thing is the conversation we had about Illini Bluffs. It is hard to believe that a school board could make that kind of decision concerning negotiations. The damage that could take place between the union and the school district is tremendous. It will be interesting to see how this year's negotiation proceeds.
In closing, I agree that relationships with your staff is very important. Someone told me at the beginning of my career that make friends with your support staff first. This advice has been very beneficial for me.