))
Episode 13: The Secret Game of Calling Out...Rules, Risks & Ridiculousness
Manage episode 487466935 series 3658698
Content provided by Matthew Cade, Rob Monahan, and Jeannine Brugge, Matthew Cade, Rob Monahan, and Jeannine Brugge. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Matthew Cade, Rob Monahan, and Jeannine Brugge, Matthew Cade, Rob Monahan, and Jeannine Brugge or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.
In Episode 13 of Playing Teacher, we pull back the curtain on one of the most absurd realities of working in education: calling out sick. From planning sub folders while mid-fever to writing emergency plans in a NyQuil haze, we explore the ridiculous, guilt-ridden, and occasionally hilarious world of teacher absences.
We talk about:
- The unspoken Olympics-level effort required just to stay home
- Why "mental health day" is code for “I’ve snapped but still care enough to write 6 pages of sub plans”
- The emotional toll of guilt vs. the physical toll of working sick
- The secret strategy game of “Should I call out tomorrow?”
- Top 10 funniest reasons students have given for their absences (spoiler: they’re amazing)
Whether you're a teacher, parent, or student, this episode will make you laugh, nod in agreement, and maybe… finally take that day off you’ve earned 17 times over.
🎧 Listen now, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and call out tomorrow. You deserve it.
16 episodes
Share
