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Anonymous wrote:Exactly. It’s like the employees who constantly spread negativity without any proof or real evidence to back up their claims. Eventually, they get to the point where it’s just toxic energy all around.

At some point, you have to ask yourself—why stay in an environment that makes you this miserable, and worse, why drag others down with you? If it’s all complaints and no solutions or credible sources, it’s probably time to move on and find a healthier space for everyone involved.

But maybe the “negativity” is just a response to real problems that aren’t being addressed! If people are frustrated and teachers are leaving, that’s not just complaining—it’s a warning sign! It’s easy to dismiss when you’re not the one feeling unheard or seeing the impact. Just because things aren’t “neatly packaged” with proof doesn’t mean the issues aren’t real!

If all the focus is on complaints, nothing gets solved. At some point, people need to come together and offer solutions. Constantly pointing out problems without any action just keeps the cycle going, draining everyone’s energy and making the situation worse.

But that’s the point! People are trying to find solutions, but the HOS won’t listen! What’s left to do when your concerns are ignored? Complaining isn’t about being negative—it’s about getting attention on things that need attention. If the system keeps brushing off valid concerns, what choice do they have but to keep speaking out, even if it's not in the way you want?

Staying in a toxic space doesn’t fix anything. Sometimes stepping away gives you space to breathe and think clearly. If you're stuck in a negative environment, it might be better to remove yourself and allow others a chance to reset, rather than dragging everyone further into the frustration.

No, that's exactly the problem! Walking away doesn’t fix it—it just leaves the same issues for others to deal with! We can't just keep leaving when things get tough—someone has to stay and fight for change! If we all walk away, nothing changes! You’re not solving anything by stepping out—you’re giving up on the people who still need help and letting the system win. We can't just let it stay broken!

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Anonymous wrote:Exactly. It’s like the employees who constantly spread negativity without any proof or real evidence to back up their claims. Eventually, they get to the point where it’s just toxic energy all around.

At some point, you have to ask yourself—why stay in an environment that makes you this miserable, and worse, why drag others down with you? If it’s all complaints and no solutions or credible sources, it’s probably time to move on and find a healthier space for everyone involved.

But maybe the “negativity” is just a response to real problems that aren’t being addressed! If people are frustrated and teachers are leaving, that’s not just complaining—it’s a warning sign! It’s easy to dismiss when you’re not the one feeling unheard or seeing the impact. Just because things aren’t “neatly packaged” with proof doesn’t mean the issues aren’t real!

If all the focus is on complaints, nothing gets solved. At some point, people need to come together and offer solutions. Constantly pointing out problems without any action just keeps the cycle going, draining everyone’s energy and making the situation worse.

But that’s the point! People are trying to find solutions, but the HOS won’t listen! What’s left to do when your concerns are ignored? Complaining isn’t about being negative—it’s about getting attention on things that need attention. If the system keeps brushing off valid concerns, what choice do they have but to keep speaking out, even if it's not in the way you want?

Staying in a toxic space doesn’t fix anything. Sometimes stepping away gives you space to breathe and think clearly. If you're stuck in a negative environment, it might be better to remove yourself and allow others a chance to reset, rather than dragging everyone further into the frustration.

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Anonymous wrote:Exactly. It’s like the employees who constantly spread negativity without any proof or real evidence to back up their claims. Eventually, they get to the point where it’s just toxic energy all around.

At some point, you have to ask yourself—why stay in an environment that makes you this miserable, and worse, why drag others down with you? If it’s all complaints and no solutions or credible sources, it’s probably time to move on and find a healthier space for everyone involved.

But maybe the “negativity” is just a response to real problems that aren’t being addressed! If people are frustrated and teachers are leaving, that’s not just complaining—it’s a warning sign! It’s easy to dismiss when you’re not the one feeling unheard or seeing the impact. Just because things aren’t “neatly packaged” with proof doesn’t mean the issues aren’t real!

If all the focus is on complaints, nothing gets solved. At some point, people need to come together and offer solutions. Constantly pointing out problems without any action just keeps the cycle going, draining everyone’s energy and making the situation worse.

But that’s the point! People are trying to find solutions, but the HOS won’t listen! What’s left to do when your concerns are ignored? Complaining isn’t about being negative—it’s about getting attention on things that need attention. If the system keeps brushing off valid concerns, what choice do they have but to keep speaking out, even if it's not in the way you want?

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Anonymous wrote:Exactly. It’s like the employees who constantly spread negativity without any proof or real evidence to back up their claims. Eventually, they get to the point where it’s just toxic energy all around.

At some point, you have to ask yourself—why stay in an environment that makes you this miserable, and worse, why drag others down with you? If it’s all complaints and no solutions or credible sources, it’s probably time to move on and find a healthier space for everyone involved.

But maybe the “negativity” is just a response to real problems that aren’t being addressed! If people are frustrated and teachers are leaving, that’s not just complaining—it’s a warning sign! It’s easy to dismiss when you’re not the one feeling unheard or seeing the impact. Just because things aren’t “neatly packaged” with proof doesn’t mean the issues aren’t real!

If all the focus is on complaints, nothing gets solved. At some point, people need to come together and offer solutions. Constantly pointing out problems without any action just keeps the cycle going, draining everyone’s energy and making the situation worse.

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Anonymous wrote:Exactly. It’s like the employees who constantly spread negativity without any proof or real evidence to back up their claims. Eventually, they get to the point where it’s just toxic energy all around.

At some point, you have to ask yourself—why stay in an environment that makes you this miserable, and worse, why drag others down with you? If it’s all complaints and no solutions or credible sources, it’s probably time to move on and find a healthier space for everyone involved.

But maybe the “negativity” is just a response to real problems that aren’t being addressed! If people are frustrated and teachers are leaving, that’s not just complaining—it’s a warning sign! It’s easy to dismiss when you’re not the one feeling unheard or seeing the impact. Just because things aren’t “neatly packaged” with proof doesn’t mean the issues aren’t real!

Anonymous wrote:Exactly. It’s like the employees who constantly spread negativity without any proof or real evidence to back up their claims. Eventually, they get to the point where it’s just toxic energy all around.

At some point, you have to ask yourself—why stay in an environment that makes you this miserable, and worse, why drag others down with you? If it’s all complaints and no solutions or credible sources, it’s probably time to move on and find a healthier space for everyone involved.

Anonymous wrote:She's not just a bad head of school. She's a garbage human being that doesn't respect other people and has a history of misconduct.

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Another Holton parent. I would disagree with the statement that “only one teacher sees the world falling apart”. Compared with a few years ago, the morale of teachers is much, much lower. And that has consequences, which may not be apparent right away.

^^^ bitter teacher

Not a Holton community member. The repeated comment about bitter teachers just keeps the thread alive. So good work having a Holton thread trashing the school remain in the Recent Topics section. It seems like anyone that loves Holton would want this thread to die. I hope this person is outlier for the Holton community. Not only is it incredibly stupid to keep posting hence keeping the thread alive, but it’s going to be hard filling those open teaching jobs when applicants naturally Google the school.

Great job!

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Anonymous wrote:This school. LMAO.

I actually wonder if these threads are doing the opposite of what the OP intends. Someone mentioned there's always a waitlist.

At this point, if I had a daughter, id send them to Holton just to see the show for myself.

You will be disappointed. Only one teacher sees the world falling apart. Day to day is actually very innove environment.

Holton parent here. I would agree with this. Every private school has some drama, but the day to day at Holton is extremely well run, girls are happy, and other than on DCUM, there isn't nearly as much drama as people would like you to believe.

Another Holton parent. I would disagree with the statement that “only one teacher sees the world falling apart”. Compared with a few years ago, the morale of teachers is much, much lower. And that has consequences, which may not be apparent right away.