<p>Sybbie - I don’t know anything about NY schools. I do know many teachers, though. 
Teachers work hard - that’s all I’m saying. And the teaching doesn’t ever stop. My day was over hours ago, but I’ve called two parents, emailed three students, and started the stack of 76 5-page AP essays while this conversation has gone on, as I’m sitting waiting for my own child to get through with Teen Court. ( They’re the lawyers, not the defendants.) </p>
<p>Kind of beside the point, though. My education is put to use every day. I speak with authority. My students have confidence that I know what I’m talking about, because of my educational pedigree. It matters to them, so I’m glad I have the name. My dh referenced above got his Masters at a state school, though. He is the smartest teacher I know. Undergrad, too. (W&M)</p>