We still have areas with growth, so if we have surplus teachers we could send them there.

We have higher standards for teachers. We should have higher standards for teachers.

We're teachers, professionals, and we're going to do our jobs regardless.

Students are tired. Teachers are tired. And I think that we were doing just fine with the 175 days.

You're looking at a very modest premium to its growth rate,

When teachers get together they can trade ideas, blow off steam and generally get better connected with the school. As a result, students get better, more enthusiastic teachers.