Thanks Jon. Saw this and thought what a pity. At the same time, I do know what he's going through, though I have some positives (?), he doesn't. I'm nearly 50, with only 5 years of teaching experience. I am working on MS, which he isn't yet, but I'm nearly deaf. I have to 'high-tech' hearing aids, which help, but the kids recognize the problem. They take advantage, but also are very compassionate. I know I'm an assest, which my school recognizes, but alas, as parochial doesn't pay for.
Of the students I've taught, only 4 have failed to qualify for AP Global studies and American History, not one has failed to get the college credit.
Problem, I have degrees in history, pol. sci., and sociology. Have endorsements for Psych., journalism, language arts, and geography. Schools think I'll get 'bored'. Suggest I belong at college level. (like college students aren't boring?)
As you can see, this was a twofer. Racism, ageism, and overqualifiedism. lol