The only person who is trying to fade the heat here is Howell. By igniting a fire on Dr. D's reputation with emails from years ago, Howell has managed once again, to stay out of the spotlight. Meanwhile, while everyone is battling over Dr. D. ("he did!"... "he did not!"), who knows whose pockets she is sticking her fingers in or how many changes she is making in the school's financial records. Time to take a very close look at Ms. Howell if you ask me. She's the one making the big bucks that we are paying for out of our tax dollars.
Good for you boodog. Back to the article and Susan De Wardt's class. I think the art gym and the workshop are great ideas and they will benefit many people in Steamboat Springs. There is nothing wrong with positive activities and artistic cultivation in a a world where so many people are suffering. Thats all. Why bitch about it and be so negative?
The above comments only show your ignorance Otto. However, you are not to blame for your ignorance in the world of art, because American culture does not value art, and you were probably never given a good lesson in art history or in landscape painting. There is a reason that so many people crave to express themselves and are only able to throw paint at canvas... because they were never taught how to use a paintbrush or mix color.
I raise my glass to the "ditch-diggers" and waiters/waitresses that you mock, who are doing what they need to do in order to follow their true passion. There are many, many well-educated (obviously more so than you) people who are passionate about art, collecting art, and supporting artists. There are many artists who need a venue in which to explore their creative urges and have never been given a chance because high schools like SSHS are too busy building new football fields than funding an art department.
The world would be extremely dull if it had not been for Caravaggio, Michelangelo, Rembrandt, and even Van Gogh. Even Pollock makes for interesting conversation, though I do not prefer his work. Do you appreciate handmade pottery, or would you prefer to eat out of a plastic bowl made in China? Have you ever been to Florence and seen the architecture and sculpture?
What susan is doing is giving our world a chance to become more beautiful by nurturing the creative spirits of our community. Shame on all of you who mock art. And shame on you for mocking Allison Plean. I think she is a much better writer than her predecessor.
Is this a public forum or not?From what I can tell, it looks like comments from earlier today were "edited out". Perhaps this was a mistake, in which case, I am sure the comments will be re-posted for public comment.
At what point does it become blatantly obvious that the school board and / or the school district leaders are accustomed to behaving in a rude and secretive manner? This is how they manipulate personnel and funds. It is very surprising that parents and teachers accept this type of leadership behavior in our community. What kind of a message does this send to our children? Is this what we want them to learn? I thought that we were taught that whispering secrets is rude when we were in kindergarden.
But, of course, they will do whatever they do over the course of the week, and like usual they won't get caught. And next week it will be water under the bridge again, until the next time.
An interesting problem exists here. The substitute teacher in Steamboat suffers from a number of disadvantages. $80 a day translates into about $70 after taxes. Anyone can make more than $10 an hour washing dishes or running a lift... plus a free ski pass! Then there is the blow to self esteem that comes from feeling second rate.... "I can't get a job as a real teacher, so i will have to settle for subbing"..... (see movie "School of Rock".... Steamboat could use someone like Jack Black). Maybe not all subs feel this way, but i know some that do. The rumor that subbing can lead to a full time position is merely a carrot that the district dangles in front of young people who aspire to teach. Realistically, one usually has to sub for at least 5 years before being considered, if even ever being considered. In fact, subbing may lessen a person's chance of getting a job. They would rather keep you as a sub once they've got you.
In addition, subs get paid once a month, midway through the month after they have worked. Sometimes subs don't get paid at all! I know of at least one sub who had a paycheck for a large sum of money withheld, 9 MONTHS AFTER the school allegedly overpaid him/her. The school district made no consessions for their alleged "error", leaving a steamboat local in a financial disaster. The particular sub was never paid. I know other subs and teachers with similar stories. Perhaps there is a deeper issue for the board to examine.
The other problem that subs face is the lack of ability to plan their life. When the phone rings at 6:30 a.m. they are expected to jump out of bed and drop whatever else they may had had going on. And there is more. But the lack of pay, the lack of respect, and the inability to count on ever getting paid at all are the most predominant.
What, may I ask, does Ms. Howell expect? Some of the money from the new football field and the remodels should have gone in the direction of this "dire need" that the district is facing. I think the existing subs should all quit. get a job as a waitress and you'll get more respect.
Elisabeth Mullen: Article deplorable
The only person who is trying to fade the heat here is Howell. By igniting a fire on Dr. D's reputation with emails from years ago, Howell has managed once again, to stay out of the spotlight. Meanwhile, while everyone is battling over Dr. D. ("he did!"... "he did not!"), who knows whose pockets she is sticking her fingers in or how many changes she is making in the school's financial records. Time to take a very close look at Ms. Howell if you ask me. She's the one making the big bucks that we are paying for out of our tax dollars.
April 14, 2007 at 11:31 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Mary and Jim Darcy: Newspaper biased
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April 14, 2007 at 11:08 p.m. ( permalink )
A 12-step program for creativity
Good for you boodog.
Back to the article and Susan De Wardt's class. I think the art gym and the workshop are great ideas and they will benefit many people in Steamboat Springs. There is nothing wrong with positive activities and artistic cultivation in a a world where so many people are suffering. Thats all. Why bitch about it and be so negative?
January 7, 2007 at 10:28 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
A 12-step program for creativity
By the way, if you have ever been to Florence or know anything about Michelangelo, you would consider a ditch digger an artist.
January 6, 2007 at 2:14 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
A 12-step program for creativity
The above comments only show your ignorance Otto. However, you are not to blame for your ignorance in the world of art, because American culture does not value art, and you were probably never given a good lesson in art history or in landscape painting. There is a reason that so many people crave to express themselves and are only able to throw paint at canvas... because they were never taught how to use a paintbrush or mix color.
I raise my glass to the "ditch-diggers" and waiters/waitresses that you mock, who are doing what they need to do in order to follow their true passion. There are many, many well-educated (obviously more so than you) people who are passionate about art, collecting art, and supporting artists. There are many artists who need a venue in which to explore their creative urges and have never been given a chance because high schools like SSHS are too busy building new football fields than funding an art department.
The world would be extremely dull if it had not been for Caravaggio, Michelangelo, Rembrandt, and even Van Gogh. Even Pollock makes for interesting conversation, though I do not prefer his work. Do you appreciate handmade pottery, or would you prefer to eat out of a plastic bowl made in China? Have you ever been to Florence and seen the architecture and sculpture?
What susan is doing is giving our world a chance to become more beautiful by nurturing the creative spirits of our community. Shame on all of you who mock art. And shame on you for mocking Allison Plean. I think she is a much better writer than her predecessor.
January 6, 2007 at 2:09 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
No decision on vacancy
Magpie- Let me know which article and date of publication. I am not finding that conversation. Thank you.
October 31, 2006 at 11:46 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
No decision on vacancy
Is this a public forum or not?From what I can tell, it looks like comments from earlier today were "edited out". Perhaps this was a mistake, in which case, I am sure the comments will be re-posted for public comment.
October 25, 2006 at 11:19 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Our View: Board members should talk openly, frankly
At what point does it become blatantly obvious that the school board and / or the school district leaders are accustomed to behaving in a rude and secretive manner? This is how they manipulate personnel and funds. It is very surprising that parents and teachers accept this type of leadership behavior in our community. What kind of a message does this send to our children? Is this what we want them to learn? I thought that we were taught that whispering secrets is rude when we were in kindergarden.
But, of course, they will do whatever they do over the course of the week, and like usual they won't get caught. And next week it will be water under the bridge again, until the next time.
October 25, 2006 at 1:35 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Substitute teachers needed
I am with you. Good idea!
September 30, 2006 at 10:19 a.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )
Substitute teachers needed
An interesting problem exists here. The substitute teacher in Steamboat suffers from a number of disadvantages. $80 a day translates into about $70 after taxes. Anyone can make more than $10 an hour washing dishes or running a lift... plus a free ski pass! Then there is the blow to self esteem that comes from feeling second rate.... "I can't get a job as a real teacher, so i will have to settle for subbing"..... (see movie "School of Rock".... Steamboat could use someone like Jack Black). Maybe not all subs feel this way, but i know some that do.
The rumor that subbing can lead to a full time position is merely a carrot that the district dangles in front of young people who aspire to teach. Realistically, one usually has to sub for at least 5 years before being considered, if even ever being considered. In fact, subbing may lessen a person's chance of getting a job. They would rather keep you as a sub once they've got you.
In addition, subs get paid once a month, midway through the month after they have worked. Sometimes subs don't get paid at all! I know of at least one sub who had a paycheck for a large sum of money withheld, 9 MONTHS AFTER the school allegedly overpaid him/her. The school district made no consessions for their alleged "error", leaving a steamboat local in a financial disaster. The particular sub was never paid. I know other subs and teachers with similar stories. Perhaps there is a deeper issue for the board to examine.
The other problem that subs face is the lack of ability to plan their life. When the phone rings at 6:30 a.m. they are expected to jump out of bed and drop whatever else they may had had going on. And there is more. But the lack of pay, the lack of respect, and the inability to count on ever getting paid at all are the most predominant.
What, may I ask, does Ms. Howell expect? Some of the money from the new football field and the remodels should have gone in the direction of this "dire need" that the district is facing. I think the existing subs should all quit. get a job as a waitress and you'll get more respect.
September 28, 2006 at 1:01 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )