We just found out Scott does not have a position at his school next year. I am devastated. Scott is a rock. God, he is amazing.

It is really complete crap. They are splitting his current school into 2 schools next year. However, he assumed his job was safe because he is beloved by teachers, students and parents. That means crap in his district. They are losing one assistant principal position in this transition. They have three APs now because the school is so large and split over 2 campuses. Each middle school next year will only have one AP. Scott’s the odd man out. They gave some pretty weak examples of not being happy with his “performance” in the past year and a half, but these are things that were never brought up at the time. I believe it is truly a case of taking care of their own, and Scott wasn’t here long enough to become one of them. He has no job security.

They said they would help him find a new job, but that means nothing when the district has no openings. They promised they would “speak to his strengths” if called upon as references– we’ll have to wait and see.

I’m just reeling. There isn’t a word strong enough to express how upset I am.

I just don’t see how this can happen after all the sacrifices we’ve made to make a life for ourselves here in Colorado. I keep wondering if this is a sign that we made the wrong choice. Then again, I don’t know if I believe in signs. I’m scared and worried. I’m upset and angry.

Scott is amazing. He’s calm and collected and making a plan of action. He’s not taking it personally. I know he is hurting inside, but he won’t show me right now until he knows I am OK. This is one of the many reasons why I love him. I know I need to be better so he can express his feelings, but I just can’t stop crying. I want to be better so I can be there for him. I will be better so I can be there for him.

If you know me personally, please don’t call or email me right now. I just can’t talk about it. Feel free to comment on this site, I will definitely appreciate that.