The Least amount of "Suck"

Before launching my consulting practice, and yet after I’d already left higher education, I worked for a large public school district.  Right now, in the era of COVID-19, I have nothing but empathy for these large businesses.  No matter the decision they make, people will not be happy.  Educators, parents, and students themselves all have different options, different needs, and are not afraid to voice that disappointment right now.  In all the scenarios of how to safely continue to operate “business as usual” for these systems, it’s just a matter of “which solution sucks the least.”

We all know they all suck.  Sorry to those of you out there working day and night to make protocols and be safe. Your effort is not unseen.  In fact, we see you, and we acknowledge all the hard work you are pouring into trying to make the best of an awful situation for thousands of people.  Please know your job is nearly impossible now and yet you are crushing it.  As best you can, at least.

For those of us on the outskirts watching as protocols and procedures are evolving on a daily basis, we need to take a moment to step back and remember that we could not, in fact, do it better if we were in there shoes.  College Presidents and School Superintendents, we see you.  You are in the burning building and we see that you are doing you are best to keep the house from complete collapse. You are working hard to keep our kids safe.  So, thank you!  Amidst all the boos and complaints, just remember that your job is important.  You are important.  And you are doing the best you can, given the situation.

We understand that every decision or option currently sucks.

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