Teachers work far more than 185 days

Teachers work far more than 185 days

I am writing to respectfully address Jonathan Ellison’s letter on Proposition NN (Herald, Oct. 9). As a middle school social studies teacher in Durango, I know our 185-day contract does not reflect our daily reality. Beyond classroom instruction, my time goes toward co-planning, differentiating lessons for IEPs and 504s, and meeting with colleagues. Grading and […]