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[quote=Anonymous]I understand the OP’s frustration. I remember my first year switching from a Title 1 school to a “w” feeder elementary. The differences started during pre-service. At the school with the richer PTA, I was given money for supplies, but what was crazy was that all the parents were asking me what I needed and sending it to me. I got sharpies, expo markers, tissues, etc, just by asking parents! All of the kids brought the supplies on their supply lists. I was able to spend the PTA money on fun things for the students. Then came winter break when I was given over $450 worth of gifts! Then teacher appreciation week came- there was something special each day AND students brought cards and gifts. Then more gifts at the end of the year.

At the Title 1 school, rarely did students bring supplies, so I had to supply for everyone (the amount we are given in measly and barely covers pencils). There was no PTA fund for reimbursements. I also had to buy snacks as the kids never brought their own. For winter break, I would get a couple of dollar store gifts and same for the end of year. For teacher appreciation week, the PTA brought a few dozen doughnuts and done coffee one day.

But here’s the thing. I wasn’t working harder at the new school. If anything, things were/are much easier. It is like getting an extra 500 or more just because I work in a richer area.

I don’t think there’s a fix, but I certainly understand the frustration. During the holidays, a always keep very quiet about what gifts I have received when speaking to other teachers.[/quote]

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