And now, payback.

Oh, they were so mad...so very, very mad, but they will never make that mistake again, I'm sure of it.  I scored a "highly effective" on my first teacher evaluation.  After being the target for so long for ignoring the B.S. and actually teaching, this new evaluation tool (thanks Cuomo) was their opportunity to circumvent due process, invalidate tenure, and fast track my termination, but they couldn't do it.  When the administration was forced to actually quantify my contributions to the district, the math just didn't add up...or rather it did add up, and they were forced to give me the impossible score of highly effective.  A large percentage of my students passed the state exams, many with mastery in spite of the twisted state scoring grid.  Did I gloat?  Do you think I am really that naive?  No...I know what's coming.  I have to admit, though, I allowed myself at least one hour to enjoy it.  As the school year looms, there's no doubt I'll pay the price, and so will my students...I just saw my schedule.