CATHOLIC HIGH "TEA PARTY!"

By Sam Adams
Published/Last Modified on Monday, April 6, 2009 5:22 AM CDT

Such parties are being organized around the country to deal with the economic crisis.

CHS teachers, parents, and supporters need to unite and have their own "tea party." Primarily, though, it needs to be the teachers.

What would the administation be able to do if all the teachers began striking? Or more importantly, the Diocese?

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The faculty needs to do this, though please wait until after the seniors are gone. They don't need to suffer.

But change needs to come to CHS. Uhl needs to go, but only the higher-ups will do it.

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Comments

    Vincent P. Barras wrote on May 14, 2009 9:51 PM:

    " Before she may crucify me for forgetting her, I must say a fond farewell to Alycee Indest as she leaves CHS after so many years. We worked alongside each other and she worked hard every year to find outrageous birthday cards for me. I knew she dedicated her life to teaching, and it's a shame that a certain superior is utterly incapable of recognizing a superior teacher. I suppose that's why so many have left in three short years. Alycee, the people who matter (students and parents) will miss you. "

    Not just the principal wrote on May 14, 2009 9:24 PM:

    " To "To Mount Carmel Proud" - I agree that CHS will not return to its former glory as long as it is under the regime of the current principal. And, if he leaves and Jaubert gets in, we are in trouble again. It is my understanding that there is absolutely no discipline in that middle school hall. My child tells me that when teachers send problem students to him with detentions, they get taken away. WHAT A WAY TO BACK THE TEACHER! The board better open their eyes and see that there-is-a-problem-with-Uhl-and-Jaubert. "

    Replacements wrote on May 14, 2009 9:21 PM:

    " In Uhl's eyes anyone can be replaced. I say we replace him! "

    Turnover wrote on May 14, 2009 9:19 PM:

    " Now there is a turnover of 12 so far this year and more to come. "

    Wounds wrote on May 14, 2009 9:06 PM:

    " It is not a time to open wounds. It is not a time to divide, it is a time to unite. We have one common foe at the moment. Unify and fight back. "

    Time wrote on May 14, 2009 9:02 PM:

    " I think that it is time for a Tea Party!!!!!! "

    HELLO wrote on May 14, 2009 9:01 PM:

    " HELLO is there anyone out there? Are you going to take all of this and do nothing? Take some action. Contact you parish priests. Tell them to do something. Write to to anyone who you think could help. Get the older men who are graduates from St. Peter's involved. DO SOMETHING. "

    Goodby wrote on May 14, 2009 4:38 PM:

    " I want to wish David Jordan the best of luck! He will will be sadely missed. "

    What A Pity wrote on May 14, 2009 2:35 PM:

    " As usual, people have difficulty focusing on the topic. This should be about fixing the problem at CHS. It is NOT about resurrecting the old CHS-Mt. Carmel feud from 1988 when Mt. Carmel closed. It's rather insulting to imply that only Mt. Carmel fostered Christian ideals as if CHS never did. If you prefer to be stuck in the past and open old wounds, please do so on your own time. "

    Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Pray for us wrote on May 14, 2009 1:46 PM:

    " Well in 1988 there was a school that fostered ideals, morals, values and a catholic ideology. But you all shut it down by putting your daughters at Catholic High. I hate to say it's chickens coming home to roost. But I'll never see what you all in Catholic High. Bring back Mt. Carmel. "

    old mountie wrote on May 14, 2009 12:59 PM:

    " why not contact the Vatican about this sitaution, no help is forthcoming from the in town priest, the district diocese, so go to the next highest level, the Vatican the Pope should care enough to take care of his flock "

    alumni annie wrote on May 14, 2009 12:43 PM:

    " why not reopen the old Mount Carmel school? "

    To Mt. Carmel Proud wrote on May 14, 2009 12:00 PM:

    " My condolences to you for taking your child from Catholic High, though Fatima is a fine school as well. It must have been a difficult decision, especially when so many in New Iberia have such long, rich traditions involving Mt. Carmel and CHS. Sadly Uhl does not know our traditions and in some cases has trashed or altered them beyond recognition. Soon nearly all teachers will have no ties to any of the school's traditions. Perhaps one day, CHS will return to its former glory, but not under this present principal. "

    why not wrote on May 14, 2009 9:20 AM:

    " Why not post an ad in the Daily Iberian for anyone concerned with the CHS future path to meet on a particular date and time at the St. Peter's Rectory. A bold statement needs to be made and it needs to be made right there at the church of our Chancellor. "

    Dr. Seuss wrote on May 13, 2009 8:14 PM:

    " From Dr. Seuss to Dr. Uhl.....Oh the places you should go.... and let me pack your bags! "

    Ha-Ha wrote on May 13, 2009 7:06 PM:

    " The fact is that some new teachers only lasted a year or two at CHS. Oh well.....Out with the old and in with the new, is now out with the new too! CHS is a revolving door. "

    Funny wrote on May 13, 2009 7:02 PM:

    " It is almost funny to read Vinc Barras' comment about CHS. He has only been gone for 3 years and he does not know teachers who are already leaving CHS.This reminds me of a song from Evita,"Another suitcase in another hall." "

    Mt. Carmel Proud wrote on May 13, 2009 2:44 PM:

    " My children are fourth generations at MCA/CHS "St. Peter's College". I have prayed to Jesus, Mother Mary, and practically every single Saint I could think of for guidance, patience, and understanding during Dr. Uhl's rule. Even so, my heart and my faith in this school is broken and I am now pulling my chldren out and enrolling them at Fatima in Lafayette. I work in New Iberia so it will be a great hardship for transportation, etc. but it must be done. This man is the epitome of evil. May God forgive him because-I-do-not. "

    Questions wrote on May 13, 2009 2:28 PM:

    " Let's see: Senior Mass traditionally has been an evening mass for seniors. This year, it was cancelled by Uhl but later, after numerous complaints, was reinstated at 3:00 pm on the SAME day as graduation, presenting numerous scheduling problems for parents. Now Ring Mass, traditionally held in the beginning of the new school year, is now a morning mass in the middle of May? What kind of ship is Uhl running, or should I say "ruining?" "

    Another CHS Parent wrote on May 13, 2009 1:25 PM:

    " We had to do the same thing for this years seniors. Many of my relatives couldn't make it either. It's just a part of change. "

    chs parent wrote on May 13, 2009 10:20 AM:

    " Can anyone please explain the reasoning as to why the Ring Mass was moved to 8:30AM on a Thurs morning? Do you think that this would be a problem for working parents? "

    Vincent P. Barras wrote on May 13, 2009 6:12 AM:

    " When I saw the list of names of teachers leaving this year, I was saddened to see three other colleagues with which I worked: Tiffany Wattigny, Becky Blanchard, and Shelly LeBlanc. I know I taught Shelly and Kateri, and Becky's one of the last "old-school," devoted elementary teachers. I know their dedication to the school was legendary. I was even more struck by the names I did not recognize. While we may never know all their reasons for leaving, I wish them luck and good fortune wherever they go. CHS students will miss them. "

    threadprotector wrote on May 12, 2009 9:31 PM:

    " Since some posters have problems understanding what is exactly written, let me be clear. The Legal News is a community PUBLICATION, same as the DI. Other than JJB's post no one mentions this mans financial situation. Generally when someone sells a home, and plans on staying here, they reinvest in another. Especially with all the homes on the market today. As far as me being spineless, let's get one thing straight JJB. I like and respect Uhl and nothing that I have written demonstrates otherwise. "

    Will miss them wrote on May 12, 2009 9:03 PM:

    " Not just Indest and Delcambre but throughout this year Jodi Suire, and at the end of this year, Tiffany Wattigny and Becky Blanchard and Shelly LeBlanc. All seasoned dedicated teachers from the "old days."At the end of this year there will also be (so far known) K Williams Segura, A Studer, D Ware ,C Guillory ,A Duplantis, E Thomas ,and Mrs Clement. "

    cant seem to find wrote on May 12, 2009 8:27 PM:

    " Is his BA in Education???? Has he taken Methods classes??? "

    Soon to Be Ex-Teacher wrote on May 12, 2009 8:10 PM:

    " I am one of the teachers leaving CHS for the new school year. There are a myriad of reasons for me leaving; however, the two main reasons are lack of pride among the people and lack of a desire for academic excellence. I was very moved by Judge Haik's speech at graduation. Since I made my decision to leave, last night was the first time I shed a tear. This is because the CHS he talked about last night and the way CHS was even a few years ago, is not what it is today. "

    Take the Time wrote on May 12, 2009 6:50 PM:

    " Someone should take the time to look at the number of years of teaching at CHS in each of the Middle and High School Departments.With the execption of a few of the old teachers most have been at CHS for 3 years or less. "

    Facts wrote on May 12, 2009 6:46 PM:

    " How many of you out there know that the former head of the Math Department and soccer coach,is making extra money by tutoring many CHS students in Math. She was made an offer last year that she could not accept when she was relieved of her positions. With Doc teaching only 2 classes and Delcambre leaving...... there goes the Math Department! Maybe this former teacher can pick up some more extra money. Knowing her, she would do it for free ....out of pity. "

    Somethings gotta give wrote on May 12, 2009 6:35 PM:

    " If only Don Corleone were here to talk to when we need him so much. Fundraisers, galas, who needs them. If it is going to take money to do the talking try this for a solution. Get out and buy your lottery ticket. When you win tell Fr. Charles here is your money......oh, by the way it will only cost one Principal 's contract.
    Don't think he would turn that down now do you?
    Well then what are you waiting for? Go get that winning ticket. "

    Also to threadprotector wrote on May 12, 2009 6:27 PM:

    " Someone mentioned that uhl was interested in a position at ESA.
    The ESA position was not the only position uhl applied for, last year he applied at the new boys school in Grand Coteau....he was passed over for that job as well. Too bad our Chancellor can't see what others must have seen in just one interview. "

    JJB irrelevant wrote on May 12, 2009 6:17 PM:

    " Do you have a child at CHS? Do you still work there? No, you don't. "

    Jarred James Breaux wrote on May 12, 2009 4:46 PM:

    " How intrusive can you people possibly be? You so concerned with Dr. Uhl’s personal life that you make a post about his personal finances and housing situation. This is utterly ridiculous. If you want to attack Dr. Uhl’s handling of Catholic High, then so be it; however, attacking his personal life is just crude, especially when done in anonymity. Only spineless people do such things under guise.

    “Great minds talk about ideas, average minds talk about events, and small minds talk about people.” Eleanor Roosevelt "

    Alumni wrote on May 12, 2009 3:26 PM:

    " My days are over. Last payment in and youngest child graduated. My observations from the Mass and graduation. Mass - Uhl sat alone in the faculty section. Did not surprise me at all. Judge Haik provided a tremendous uplifting talk at graduation. I found it rather amusing that his memories and topic spoke of (family, pride, Christian values) ,is directly in conflict with the way Uhl is running CHS now. He did not mention deceitful, self centered, arrogance, or manipulative. Must have been better in 1968 than today. "

    Vincent P. Barras wrote on May 12, 2009 2:18 PM:

    " If it is true that David Jordan is leaving to go to Erath, I am truly sorry. He is the last male coach that I taught with during my 16 years at CHS. He consistently brought the baseball team to the playoffs and I still remember the photo of the state championship team that I placed on the endsheets of the yearbook. I only left two years ago, but nearly everyone I knew has left or is leaving. David, I wish you luck; CHS is a sadder place without you. "

    To Step Forward wrote on May 12, 2009 12:47 PM:

    " I have written to Father Charles - no response.
    I have emailed Mrs Larivierre - again no response.
    I also was one of only 7 people to attend the April school board meeting.
    Until parents start presenting a united front to Father Charles nothing will change. "

    TO THE THREADPROCTER wrote on May 12, 2009 12:42 PM:

    " Uhl has sold his home because it was a 2 bedroom home and he needs a little something bigger because of a growing family. He did apply for the chanclor at ESA but did not get the job. As the saying goes: his reputation does precede him. "

    threadprotector wrote on May 12, 2009 9:37 AM:

    " Hold your Horses.

    The majority might be interested in hearing that the main interest has sold his home here and is presently renting. Word has it that he has been interviewing for other positions. The transaction of his home was listed in the legal news this week. "

    Thanks Dr. Uhl wrote on May 12, 2009 7:46 AM:

    " Hats off to Dr. Uhl for another successful year. Under his guidance, CHS continued its loss of academic prestige. The last few outstanding teachers have resigned (Indest, Delcambre). The math dept. will have it 4th chairman in 4 years! Enrollment has continued to drop while school, support is at an all-time low (Gala, etc.).
    Our once vaunted football team has dropped to 2-8, while Coach Jordan, our prized baseball coach, is off to Erath.
    Lastly, our school was ridiculed for students committing vanadism against faculty and going largely unpunished (think awards night). Hats off !!! "

    To student no longer at CHS wrote on May 12, 2009 6:42 AM:

    " I think you've given a clue to shed some light on all of this. Could it be that Dr. Uhl thinks he's here to lift us up? Could all of this upheaval and destruction be due to a superiority complex? If so, I think he needs to do everybody a favor and go back where he came from as soon as possible. "

    Step forward wrote on May 11, 2009 10:07 PM:

    " Have any of you who want to see this man out talked to Fr. Langois? And, if he did not listen, did any of you go to the Diocese and talk to Anna Larivierre (superintendent)? I heard that another Catholic school in the area is having a similar problem with their pastor and some parents. The bishop will be visiting that school this week along with another priest. So, you are all complaining--but, did you do anthing about it? I don't have a student at that school, so I cannot step forward, but you all can to preserve your school. "

    I Wish wrote on May 11, 2009 9:42 PM:

    " I wish the teachers would go on strike, but many of the teachers are new to CHS and can't endanger their jobs. The few remaining veterans have realized that it won't make much difference. Cut off the money to the school and eventually even the Diocese will have to realize that Uhl is a problem. It will take years if not decades to undo the damage Uhl has done. "

    I remember wrote on May 11, 2009 4:28 PM:

    " To the student who heard Uhl diss Louisiana: that's not the first time he did that. At a banquet in the Cafeteria, Uhl got up and commented on how he was invited to CHS to fix a school that was in decline or had been allowed to decline. I turned to see a stony expression on Dave Cavalier's face. Say what you want about Dave, he wanted good things for the school and would never have spoken badly about the place, unlike Uhl. Uhl is simply uncouth. Bless his Northern heart, he doesn't know any better. "

    To student no longer at CHS wrote on May 11, 2009 4:05 PM:

    " As for you comment about Uhl's downing CHS for its "trash," I had forgotten that day but you brought it back with clarity. I, too, was horrified that our new leader apparently thought all we Southerners did was litter and would cruelly say it to us on the intercom. I am so grateful to be at a new school where I'm appreciated by both students and fellow teachers. Perhaps being a brilliant man who doesn't quite know how to run a school at all is a "Nebraska thing," or wherever he is from. "

    Call to Action wrote on May 11, 2009 4:00 PM:

    " Bravo to all parents who think there has to be another solution to this fiasco. Since talking to Uhl or Langlois is useless, there is little left than to do the following: continue to donate money to the Church for CHS in the form of coins (dusty pennies from a sofa will do); and start a petition to remove Uhl. Once you have enough signatures, bring it straight to Superintendent Anna Larriviere. Be sure to let the Daily Iberian know as well. Otherwise this is all talk and no action, which is not CHS's motto. "

    to cant seem to find wrote on May 11, 2009 1:24 PM:

    " Dr. Uhl received a BA in English and Psychology. He also received MA and PhD in American Studies. NO BUSINESS EDUCATION! He was Dean of Men at Bishop Blanchet High School. "

    tired wrote on May 11, 2009 10:23 AM:

    " I'm so tired of people suggesting that if we're not happy with CHS we should move our children. Why should we have to change generations of family support of CHS, send our children to Lafayette (the only other choice if you want a Catholic education) and change their friendships and after school activities because the priest and board refuse to admit that they made a mistake?So either we continue with a substandard education at CHS or change the lives and futures of our children? There just has to be another answer. "

    situation at CHS wrote on May 10, 2009 9:28 AM:

    " Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall Humpty Dumpty had a great fall All the kings horses and all the Kings men couldn't put Humpty Dumpty back together again.A simple rhyme should be a reminder of the situation at CHS "

    student no longer at CHS wrote on May 10, 2009 9:21 AM:

    " I have been reading this Forum. I have been thinking about my first impression of Dr. Uhl. Over the intercom while making the announcements he was talking about trash on the playground. After he mentioned the trash he said, and I quote "Oh I forgot. It's a Louisiana thing." I looked at my teacher and said"did he just diss us?" She looked at me and was speachless. This is how he feels about Louisiana. We are ignorant ,backward people and he is superior to us.He can and does do what he wants. "

    to Smarty wrote on May 10, 2009 7:30 AM:

    " Why should I have to take my children out of CHS because of one man. My family members have gone to MCA/CHS for 4 generations. It is our school, not Uhl's school. HE should leave ,not my children. "

    cant seem to find wrote on May 9, 2009 4:43 PM:

    " Could someone out there help me. If you go to the Louisiana Department of Education site and look at teacher certifications ,Thimothy Uhl's name is not there. Don't you have to get some sort of certification from the state that you are in? Can he be a principal without taking any classes in Louisiana? What is his degree in? Does he have a Masters in Buisness Administration? Is he qualified to be a principal? Does he have experience in running a school?Could anyone out there help to enlighten me?Could 65 (or More) educators, with certifications(many with Masters) be wrong? "

    To TH wrote on May 8, 2009 10:25 PM:

    " Reasons to Not Like Uhl
    *Removes Doc Voorhies, a veteran teacher, from teaching the 8th grade Algebra students.
    *No 2008 yearbook (another Uhl hire.)
    *Does not present a clear vision for the school as Dave Cavalier has done (make CHS a "School of Excellence.")
    *has had to release numerous faculty which he himself has hired.
    *Retro Prom a bust.
    *finances are so badly managed that younger teachers with less experience are sought to help balance the budget.

    I think it speaks volumes that one of the teachers departing this year was actually on the committee to pick Uhl. "

    To Don wrote on May 8, 2009 7:45 PM:

    " PLEASE don't quit! Just take a vacation. Come back! We love you! "

    To TH wrote on May 8, 2009 5:56 PM:

    " The last posting mentioned lots of reasons not to like Uhl. Those are reasons. Lets go with facts. Many seasoned, experienced teachers do not want to work for him. Can all of these educators be so wrong and one man be so right?Without experienced teachers a school is weak. The STUDENTS suffer. The issue is not about liking or not liking Uhl, it is about a school that is not meeting the needs of the students. It is about EDUCATION.Uhl has made some unwise decisions that can hurt the education of your children. "

    Smarty wrote on May 8, 2009 12:57 PM:

    " My family loves CHS. It has been wonderful to all of us. Change is a part of life - get use to it. No one truly knows what goes on behind closed doors; however, if you don't like wants going on, then don't send your kids. Plain and simple. "

    To TH wrote on May 8, 2009 8:15 AM:

    " Okay! Reasons to not like Uhl:
    *Fires teachers by memo/email & some with no reason (how cowardly!)
    *Starts programs like block scheduling & drops it in one year.
    *Hires an unqualified teacher to teach math.
    *Removes school board members who disagree with him.
    *Hires his wife in violation of Diocesan Nepotism policy.
    *Sells church pews for graduation (doesn't matter other places do it; it's still not right.)
    *Cancels graduation mass & then puts it back at a different church and at an awkward time for parents
    *Fired most of football coaches & now playoff team is pretty much gone. (CONTINUED) "

    to TH wrote on May 5, 2009 12:01 PM:

    " How insulting to the integrity of the teachers who teach the children. Are you actually under the impression that teachers teach because a principal can make them "happy" or can you fathom the thought that CHS teachers teach because they are there to educate the children? That's what they are there for and so was I. I agree with the poster who stated that other schools will be getting the experienced and seasoned teachers who are leaving or who have left. I have been welcomed and appreciated at the school who took me and so will they! "

    Don Corleone wrote on May 5, 2009 9:05 AM:

    " Th,

    I will answer your question. Its because people like the old CHS. In New Iberia we don’t want all this change. We were doing great with our nice, peaceful, traditional school. We all liked the strong CHS tradition, not all this change! Change is important and is acceptable from time to time. However, this is drastic and is unacceptable to the students in which the school provides and education and the parents who pay for it.

    I hope I was able to answer your question.

    Regards,

    Don Corleone "

    To what now wrote on May 4, 2009 9:38 PM:

    " I got the letter and was pretty annoyed at first. The letter states that the amount of donation to the church is not the issue just the ability to document it. I plan to oblige with a minimal donation in the envelopes since it is the lesser of the two evils. Otherwise the alternative is to remove my children from CHS. While I'm not quite there yet, that decision is not far away. This test of wills is getting pretty childish. The mounting unrest is enough of a signal that something needs to change. "

    Th wrote on May 4, 2009 1:12 PM:

    " No one seems to be able to answer my question of why most people on this blog dislike Dr. Uhl. I guess most people would prefer that his priorities be with keeping parents and teachers happy than the education of the students. Where is his heart?? To the person who said that 65 teachers have left. What does that prove. If we had a wholesale change in our U.S. Congressional delegation I think most of us would be happy. Should Uhl to try to be popular or should he do what he thinks is best for the children? "

    Don wrote on May 4, 2009 12:24 PM:

    " Untill the students themselves convince their parents that they are not getting the education that their parents are paying for, nothing will be done. Students you must try to get someone to listen. As more and more experienced teachers leave CHS, the quality of education will continue to decline. Try to do something before it is too late! Your parents hold the upper hand at CHS and their church parishes through their support. "

    what now wrote on May 4, 2009 11:20 AM:

    " So, we were all urged to stop donating as this would be a wake up call-well good morning everyone-now they're bypassing donations and billing us directly! This is apparently "their" school and we are not allowed to voice our opinion verbally or financially... What are we to do now??? "

    Point Two is Right wrote on May 4, 2009 11:04 AM:

    " What a strange and arrogant thing to tell a reporter...about how powerful he is and how no one can tell him what to do "

    Don Corleone wrote on May 4, 2009 9:27 AM:

    " outside looking in,

    Watch your mouth when you’re talking about my town!

    We can control Uhl because we are the ones that fund his pay check (parents). You understand that when the money goes away the school goes away. This is the same with any business. Learn!


    Regards,

    Don Corleone "

    POINT TWO wrote on May 4, 2009 8:37 AM:

    " Quote from DI

    My understanding of the difference between the public and private schools is that I don’t believe the (diocese) superintendent has the power to close schools like the public superintendent Dale Henderson,” Uhl said.

    It makes me so happy that uhl doesn't have to get permission from ANYONE about what he does with HIS school.

    Can anyone say " Ego Trip" "

    POINT ONE wrote on May 4, 2009 8:34 AM:

    " Quote from the DI

    when asked who provides the confirmation of a case of actual swine flu, Uhl was uncertain.

    “That’s a really good question,” he said. “Because we had to call her doctor to verify she had it.

    Uhl my 2 year old can tell you that it needs to go to the CDC to get actual confirmation of the swine flu. "

    amazed wrote on May 4, 2009 7:20 AM:

    " How arrogant for the priest to have his secretary sign the letter and "cc" him, so that it looks as if it someone else's idea. He doesn't get it. The donations have dropped off because people will not support the school as long as Uhl stays. And they are fed up with the chancellor's arroagnce. He thinks that taxing the people will solve the problem. Get real, Padre. We need a new priest at St. Peter's and a new principal at CHS!!! "

    To Letter From St. Peters wrote on May 3, 2009 12:59 PM:

    " Please do share this letter. Where can we get a copy of it? "

    Letter from St. Peters wrote on May 2, 2009 7:53 PM:

    " There is a letter from St. Peters about a chang in policy about help with tuition.I guess they are feeling the pinch in donation from people fed up with Uhl. "

    To TH wrote on May 2, 2009 1:08 PM:

    " I will remind you of an age old Fairy Tail, Hansel and Gretel. To avoid being eaten Hansel sticks out a thin bone to fool the witch. Those who have "thin paychecks" can be saved, but those with "fatter paychecks "are eliminated first. People are not people to Uhl, they are only paychecks and many good teachers were let go because of their "sin" of being experienced. "

    To Amazed wrote on May 2, 2009 10:56 AM:

    " What are you talking about? Are parents being "TAXED" to pay for a school that UHl has messed up? I say it is past time for a CHS Tea Party. "

    To TH wrote on May 2, 2009 8:05 AM:

    " As a teacher at CHS(no I am not leaving)I can only give you my opinion of Dr. Uhl. I feel that he does not have what is takes to be a good leader. I feel that he looks down on his teachers with a superior attitude. He does not value anyone's opinion. He makes ALL the decisions himself and in my opinion some are not right.He does not foster a good teaching environment.Teachers feel that they are expendable to him.He has no people skills.He treats teachers like they don't count. "

    To TH wrote on May 1, 2009 9:05 PM:

    " The verdict IS in. "

    Amazed wrote on May 1, 2009 9:04 PM:

    " Did everyone get the letter about tuition going up, the church exemption buckling down? People are not giving money to the school or their parishes in protest of uhl...so they are going to take it. What arrogance.
    Father Langlois, to get the funds back up, run off Uhl as you were told to do by people MORE educated than yourself two years ago. I know, though, that you won't, as you have the arrogance to think you can tax us out of the problem. Guess what? This move will make things worse. "

    To Th wrote on May 1, 2009 6:26 PM:

    " Ask the teachers. No never mind, they would not talk. They are scared for their jobs. "

    To TH wrote on May 1, 2009 6:10 PM:

    " If you have students at CHS then you must know many of the teachers. If you feel that about 65 teachers no longer being there is a small issue ,then there is nothing anyone can say that would change your mind. Go to your child's yearbooks and just count the number of teachers who are no longer at CHS.Surely all of them were not bad teachers! Then why do you think that they are no longer there?It is because of the way they are treated by a man who has less hours in Education then they do. "

    To here is the Deal wrote on May 1, 2009 5:20 PM:

    " How wise you are. and it will be a long, long, year Wasted!!Teachers would NEVER strike because they need their jobs.I don't have a clue how the money shortage came about, but money is tight.The decisions Uhl is making are not educational but economical.Who gets hurts buy that? THE STUDENTS!!! "

    TH wrote on May 1, 2009 1:07 PM:

    " Can someone enlighten me as to what everyone's specific compaints are of Dr. Uhl. It seems if he does not agree with the click then he is automatically wrong. I know teachers, I have students, CHS is far from perfect as is any school, but I am not hearing any of this from the people I know. In most cases the quality of an education that your child gets is highly dependent on your involvement. The other smaller issues seem to be destructive. Why would faithlfulll Catholics be open to such destruction until the verdict is in? "

    Heres the deal continued wrote on Apr 30, 2009 9:26 PM:

    " Having worked for him, I know this from experience.

    What will end this is for the teachers to align themselves with the parents and do something big. Strike or all call in sick one day or something that would shut down the school's operations for a day.

    This would get Uhl's attention, and he can't fire every teacher.

    That's what it's going to take. But since that won't happen and Uhl won't go on his own, we'll be having these discussions again at this time next year. "

    Heres the deal wrote on Apr 30, 2009 9:26 PM:

    " Here's the deal.

    1-Uhl will not leave at the end of this year, on his own.

    2-A meeting between the different "sides"
    might happen, but would be useless. Uhl would have someone there with him (likely his lieutenant Jaubert) to spin things.

    The one thing he'd do for certain is not listen. The man does not listen. To anyone but himself. "

    Pharisees wrote on Apr 30, 2009 2:54 PM:

    " Tea Party!!!! "

    Finally something positive wrote on Apr 29, 2009 8:23 PM:

    " Good luck to the Lady Panthers! You have worked hard and deserve this honor. ( I just hope Uhl doesn't fire your coach or get her to quit like he did to a coach of another girls's sport. "

    To Don wrote on Apr 29, 2009 6:37 PM:

    " It is so sad when one thinks how the students are the loosers in this situation. "

    urgent appeal wrote on Apr 29, 2009 4:16 PM:

    " The only possible solution is for Dr. Uhl to leave of his own free will. Things will not get better until this happens. Good teachers do not want to work in an unstable enviornment. Father Charles does not want to admit that he made a mistake. I urge you, Dr. Uhl, to save what remains of CHS by leaving at the end of this year. You can easily find another job. There is only one CHS. Please think of our children as your own and allow someone else to come in and rebuild our school. "

    Don Corleone wrote on Apr 29, 2009 9:52 AM:

    " Lets look at this from a financial perspective. The school needs money-fact. The parents of the students provide the build of the money-fact. Most parents do not like the current decisions being made at CHS-fact. Some parents are pulling their students (and money) our of CHS-fact. Pay cuts and staff changes are being made to compensate for this-fact. Ladies and gentlemen, we come to the fact of all busness. When there is no income bills cant be paid. When bills cant be paid your screwed.!

    Regards,

    Don Corleone "

    Pinky bet wrote on Apr 29, 2009 5:46 AM:

    " Development will go back to exactly the way it was last year! I'll bet you on this one. "

    Axes to grind wrote on Apr 28, 2009 8:31 PM:

    " After reading all 3 threads on the Forum about CHS, it seems to me that there are many of you out there with many issues ,some from the past ,and some from the present and some simply with axes to grind.We need to put aside all of this and come together and find a solution for the problem at hand. CHS is the future of your children. Can't we try to find a solution that will be good for our children?If you feel that the problem is Uhl,what do you think should be done? Any suggestions out there? "

    Argus wrote on Apr 28, 2009 6:40 PM:

    " My insider sources have indicated to me that the development staff were the only contract renewal holdouts. Apparently, Uhl was waiting to see how the gala performed to decide whether or not to re-hire them.

    If this is the case, Uhl will be firing another of his hires from this past year. The man has definitely got things under control and has a grand plan for the school. "

    Untill wrote on Apr 28, 2009 5:56 PM:

    " Untill the priest of the owner parishes take some ownership in this problem, the contributions to their own church parish and to CHS will continue to drop. The economy will not be the cause of the drop, Dr. Uhl will be.Wake up priests before it is too late.Let the Gala be a wake up call. "

    Been through many principals wrote on Apr 28, 2009 5:52 PM:

    " In the years that my family has been at MT. Carmel or CHS I have dealt with many principals:Sisters Rose Marie and Janet, Brothers Dale and Richard, Mr. C and Mr. Ivy. I have NEVER complained. I AM complaining now. I cannot, in my heart, find one thing about this present administration that I agree with. "

    Response to Raise wrote on Apr 28, 2009 2:01 PM:

    " The reason there aren't many teachers from NI at CHS is because the Doctor of Spiritual Studies has either fired them or made it extremely difficult for them to want to continue to work there. This includes both young and experienced teachers. "

    Sorry for Paige wrote on Apr 28, 2009 12:19 PM:

    " I feel sorry that the Gala was such a huge loss. I hope that Father Charles noted that despite all of the promoting that was done, people just don't want to support Uhl. Parents are putting their money where their mouth is, by not giving to the school. It is my understanding that only 1 church pew was bided on and it only went for about $130. Also their were a number of items that no-one placed any bids on. So much for raising money, hopefully teachers won't get cut because of this. "

    Walk away wrote on Apr 28, 2009 6:10 AM:

    " The problem at CHS is that Dr. Uhl could ,at any moment in time ,deside to walk away from this whole mess. The decisions he has made at CHS will last much longer on the school. Something should be done before it is too late. "

    Raise wrote on Apr 28, 2009 6:03 AM:

    " If CHS is to compete with Public School for teachers, I understand that a raise was needed. There are many young teachers at CHS who are doing a great job.The problem is that many of them are not from NI and drive every day to teach here. What is there to keep them at CHS longer than a few years. They have no investment in the school. Many young CHS graduates have left or may leave CHS because of the situation.They would have stayed for the long haul. "

    outside looking in wrote on Apr 27, 2009 6:10 PM:

    " You parents cant run Uhl like the rest of the pathetic principals in the past. You want your cake and eat it too---What a pitiful little town. "

    Gala wrote on Apr 27, 2009 5:26 PM:

    " Does anyone know how the Gala did? "

    Misunderstood wrote on Apr 27, 2009 5:20 AM:

    " I was not knocking Delahoussaye. I was saying that he realizes that the raise was affecting certified teachers(being let go) He understands what the raise caused and that is why he wanted to try to do something.It was brave of him to propose it be tabled. Not a popular move, but would have been a wise one.The raise took" from Peter to pay Paul" "

    earn your credits wrote on Apr 26, 2009 11:17 AM:

    " Don't let them trick you into this.They need a way to get money. If you don't work you will have to pay the $100. How in the world are they going to keep up with who worked and when?I smell a rat of favoritism already.Parents, you work hard enough.You should be able to volunteer if you can.Some of us know the lies on the inside.The truly hardworking parents who sacrifice to send their kids to CHS will be the ones working.Others can afford the $100.Don't take Jaubert's bait!You'll go down hook, line, and sinker! "

    to raise again wrote on Apr 26, 2009 11:09 AM:

    " I don't believe you quite understand.The "raise" is ALWAYS based on enrollment.Maybe this is where the "math mistake-earlier post" comes in.It all goes back to numbers and money generated from that.The statement you made about Mr. Delahoussaye "knowing" that the raise was "funded" with the idea that teachers would be let go is ridiculous.If that's what school board members believe then maybe we should have been representing the ourselves at those meetings years ago.Teachers are so busy teaching that they just don't have the energy tofight for their salaries, too.Wake up, people.Money for salaries comes from tuition.1+2 does not=4. "

    THE ANSWER wrote on Apr 26, 2009 10:54 AM:

    " The answer is simple. Dr. Uhl makes public how long he intends to stay at CHS, and all concerned can decide if they want to try and make it through the long hall. No more forum posts, no more fussing, no more complaints, no more lies, no more wondering if you have a job, no more.....how boring. HOW SIMPLY TRUE THOUGH "

    to raise wrote on Apr 26, 2009 10:47 AM:

    " Raises are "funded" by tuition.The steady decrease in tuition caused the cuts.The cuts were made because the people paying the tuition (i.e. YOU) won't be sending your child there anymore. Salaries are generated striclty from tuition dollars along with most all other expenses. When things got bad...we lost our "other" monetary supplements...O.K. we understood that.Last year he/board granted a pay raise of about $3000.00.We were thrilled except that he needed the enticement to attract new teachers.More bang for your buck?Needless to say, we had no idea that it would mean our jobs later. Ouch! "

    Gala wrote on Apr 26, 2009 7:21 AM:

    " Anyone went to the Gala? How did it do? who bid on the pews? "

    Meeting wrote on Apr 25, 2009 10:24 AM:

    " At the Meeting it was stated that there is a turnover of 5 teachers. There is a turnover of one in Guidance plus the secretary, the Elementary principal, Chemistry teacher, Campus Minister,Math teacher on High School side, Math teacher in Elementary, 5th Grade teacher, Social Studies teacher, English teacher...and there may be more. "

    raise wrote on Apr 25, 2009 9:58 AM:

    " Mr. Delahoussaye realizes that in order to fund the raise, other cuts were made, like letting certified teachers and higher paid teachers go, cutting Guidance to one, and other cuts that affect education of your children. "

    Meeting wrote on Apr 25, 2009 9:52 AM:

    " If you had listened carefully at the meeting,you would have heard that if you don't earn your credits, you will have to pay $100.00. "

    to concerned parent wrote on Apr 25, 2009 7:04 AM:

    " If you were concerned you should have gone to the meeting. People who say they are concerned,but do nothing about it, aren't really concerned. CHS's motto is Action not Words. Follow it. "

    Meeting wrote on Apr 24, 2009 11:28 PM:

    " I just remembered what some of the issues were about. John Delahoussaye wanted to rescind the raise to the teachers voted on by the board sometime earlier. This motion did not pass. The budget approval process was explained. And some questions were asked about a donation for bleachers for the visitors side of the football stadium. The next time that someone urges me to go the a school board meeting I hope that it is more exciting. One of the people who really urged me to go was not even there!!! What ahypocrit "

    Meeting wrote on Apr 24, 2009 11:14 PM:

    " I went to the meeting to see what all of the fuss was about. NOTHING happened! There were only about 10 parents there. The board went through their agenda. Nothing remarkable except-John Delahoussaye seems to have some bones to pick with Uhl. Charles Jaubert talked about a program to get parents more involved at CHS--a merit system where parents can get $ off of registration fee. Next year's officers were voted on and the meeting ended. I really thought there would be fireworks--tv and newspaper coverage--but NOTHING. Disappointing. "

    Oh Now I Understand wrote on Apr 24, 2009 10:40 PM:

    " " Dr. Uhl may be the most educated man in New Iberia. He is from the North. We would all do well to listen to him and to obey." SORRY, I did not know that latitude of your birth place was directly correlated to intellegence. It must be a miracle that any graduate from that school has gone on to be doctors, lawyers, therapists or teachers even. Oh yeah, he is firing all teachers, guess they were born too low on the latitudinal
    plane. Bet they could use one of those therapists chs graduated. "

    To supporter wrote on Apr 24, 2009 6:04 PM:

    " To the supporter of Uhl: to say that we should support Uhl simply because "He is from the North," is frankly offensive. Being from the "North" is NOT an indication of brilliance, any more than being from the South implies ignorance. Such a statement implies blatant bigotry. "We would all do well to listen to him and to obey." For someone who thinks this town is medieval, the only medieval thing I've noticed is your antiquated thinking. "

    concerned parent wrote on Apr 24, 2009 1:48 PM:

    " What happened at the meeting? Did anyone attend that can tell us what happened? NO Hearsay. Straight facts! "

    Supporter-Friend or Foe wrote on Apr 24, 2009 1:46 PM:

    " Supporter: I'm trying to figure out if your comments are intended to be sarcastic or tongue in cheek, because any educated person knows that such insults only serve to further divide. A true Uhl supporter would use their efforts to influence the opposition toward his side. If Dr. Uhl is reading this, he is probably saying "Please, Supporter, don't do me any more favors! I'm disenfranchising enough of these small town folk all by myself!" Personally, I'm all about deferring to a professional, but aren't these his first years of experience as a principal? So far, I'm not impressed! "

    Not buying it Supporter wrote on Apr 24, 2009 1:03 PM:

    " I'd like to agree with you "Supporter" but your words and his actions don't add up. NI may be a backward little town in your opinion, but I have given Dr. Uhl a chance for three years now. What I have heard is a lot of nothing. He is accountable to no one, shares his vision with only a few and his communication skills as a leader leave MUCH to be desired. He has broken every textbook rule of good management and shown no leadership qualities that I would choose to follow. "

    to ironic from Jodie Suire wrote on Apr 24, 2009 12:35 PM:

    " I posted because exteacher from CHS urged others to share.I included my name because I am not afraid
    anymore.There is no irony involved when someone writes/says what they really mean.I hope that something positive comes from this.I love CHS and what it has meant to my family.I tried to stay for the long haul for my students but the daily stress affected my family.I worked under/with some fine educators/administrators and felt blessed and honored to have been hired there years ago.If you are a supporter of those teachers then thank you and God Bless.Our grandchildren will thank you one day. "

    To Jodie Suire wrote on Apr 24, 2009 9:43 AM:

    " How ironic that you should decide to post on this forum. "

    supporter wrote on Apr 24, 2009 8:23 AM:

    " Dr. Uhl may be the most educated man in New Iberia. He is from the North. We would all do well to listen to him and to obey. only then can the school truly advance. Only those who are from the outside (NO, in my case) can see how truly backward and medieval this little town really is. Let's all work together to change that, and begin by doing whta the professional we hired says. "

    CHS Alum wrote on Apr 24, 2009 7:15 AM:

    " What happened at the school board meeting last night? "

    To Ex Teacher from Jodie Suire wrote on Apr 23, 2009 9:46 PM:

    " Sadly, It has been five months since my daughter and I left with heavy hearts and many tears.I loved the school my father called "the best place that ever happened in his life" and I worked hard to keep it that way.I "mentored" new teachers for the last three years. A "pat on the back" would have been nice but the face of the "I just got it" moment is priceless.I now teach in a wonderful Christian school. I pray for CHS daily.I miss my friends and the way CHS used to be. Acta non Verba! Pray for us! "

    Amy wrote on Apr 23, 2009 8:38 PM:

    " Dear "You know its true":

    Your little situation at this school is hardly the "pogrom" you call it. That's the worst over-exaggeration I've ever heard. Pogroms, historically, are nothing to make light of, and to compare your situation is nothing short of offensive to all those who have endured the real thing. You all have worked each other up into such a frenzy, and I'm afraid that will only make it more difficult for your wounds to heal. "

    You go boy wrote on Apr 23, 2009 6:44 PM:

    " Although I will not post my name, I must say that I admire the fact that you are not afraid to!!!!! "

    Eugene Resweber wrote on Apr 23, 2009 1:51 PM:

    " If you have the courage to ask around, call Mr. C. Mr. Ivy, Sr. Michelle or Msgr Green. Have I had a difference of opinion with all of them? Yes I have! But we acted as mature adults and worked things out and agreed to disagree or reached a compromise. And I learned from Sr. Michelle--If you don't have the "intestinal fortitude"(GUTS), as Sister said,to come forward when you disagree then let it go and don't complain if it never gets fixed. Remember when Tim is gone you and your family will still behere. "

    Eugene Resweber wrote on Apr 23, 2009 1:39 PM:

    " Don't hide behind fake names. Sign your postings. Until you have the courage to say what I have said and go through the chain of command, as I have done, then and only then can you talk about me. Even those who support his actions won't sign their names. Why be afraid? Do you not want people to know you read the forum? Its just gossip after all, isn't it? Discover the facts for yourself. My decisions and actions are based on facts I have obtained from the source not on gossip "

    Eugene Resweber wrote on Apr 23, 2009 1:24 PM:

    " If you want to know if Mr. Resweber is going to the meeting call me. Don't be afraid! I will be glad to discuss my opinions on the matter. Cecilia and I have decide how we are going to handle this situation for our family. For 17 years we have suported Catholic education for our children and will continue to do so. We have worked hard for both St Edward and CHS because we believed in the schools and the quality of the education. If you are concerned stand up for what you believe "

    making it clear wrote on Apr 23, 2009 9:40 AM:

    " The "Mr. Resweber" that was named is from St. Martinville, not from New Iberia. Please do not confuse the two. "

    ATTEND SCHOOL BOARD MEETING wrote on Apr 22, 2009 9:26 PM:

    " Saw Fr. Charles today in town. Perhaps his extended vacation consists of avoiding simply the school board meeting, or someone is posting the idea just so fewer parents would attend.
    ATTEND I SAY.....ATTEND
    and in the possibility that his extended vacation starts today.....my apologies "

    You know its true wrote on Apr 22, 2009 5:47 PM:

    " While the school board has no actual power it is supposed to advise the Chancellor. It is important that as many people go and look these board members in the eyes. It is long-serving members like Phillip Demahy and Maggie Simon, who have squelched opposition and enabled Uhl to carry out his pogrom. It was Demahy who ran off Mr. Landry, and beat the drum for change,change, change. While Uhl is rightly blamed for the dismantling of a great school, this disaster was homegrown by people who think they know better than the rest of us. "

    Jarred James Breaux wrote on Apr 22, 2009 4:09 PM:

    " If you want to attack my personality, fine, but do not attack my academics.

    I do have only 3 math courses on the college level. I tested out of most college-level math courses. From 2003-2005, I majored in Mechanical Engineering at LSU.

    I published few essays that challenge conservative views of the Catholic Church and others about rituals in other religions. None of these essays are "antichristian." They were required for my religion classes. I have a minor in religious studies from ULL.

    These essays and my transcripts can be viewed at nakquda.com "

    Asking Around wrote on Apr 22, 2009 12:15 PM:

    " I have been asking around-- I was at CHS last night for poetry night-- and I was told by several people that the only people who are going to the board meeting are Mr. Resweber and a few others. It seems like no one wants to be associated with Mr. Resweber so they are afraid of showing up. I really want to go but I do not want them to assume that I am friends with people who always cause trouble everywhere they go. "

    chs parent wrote on Apr 22, 2009 12:00 PM:

    " Uhl thinks that no one will show up for the school board meeting, that's why it's still going to be held in the administrative building ( you know the one that only can hold about 25 people ) so PLEASE parents go to the meeting and send a message that we care about the schools future. "

    CHS PARENT wrote on Apr 22, 2009 11:58 AM:

    " Numbers matter!!

    Please go to the school board meeting and show uhl that we do care what happens to the school. Uhl does not plan on being here long - he made that fact clear when he said that he has no intention of ever raising his children here - so he does not care what happens to the school in the long run. He is just going to do whatever he feels like now and to hades with what happens later. "

    Response to School Board Meeting wrote on Apr 22, 2009 9:26 AM:

    " I still think that people should show up to the meeting. There are some board members that welcome the imput from concerned parents.

    People have tried to meet with Fr. Charles and he refused to meet with them about the situation at CHS. If he there or not (and he usually does not miss a board meeting) it will definitely send a message. If people do not show up at the meeting then NOTHING will ever change.

    Numbers can make a difference. "

    CHS Parent wrote on Apr 22, 2009 8:50 AM:

    " I do plan on attending the school board meeting Thurs. night, not to speak to uhl or Father Charles, but to send a message that I care. Hopefully if people do attend the meeting then uhl will find it a little harder to lie or when he does contradict other things that he has said, I will have heard it myself instead of getting it as second hand information. I think that just showing up in numbers will send uhl a message that the parents care what happens at CHS. "

    School Board Meeting wrote on Apr 21, 2009 3:32 PM:

    " I have been asking around and no one is going to the school board meeting on Thursday. I called St. Peter's and Fr. Charles is on an extended vacation so he probably won't even be at the meeting. Instead of the school board meeting maybe we should try to get together and talk to Fr. Charles. I understand that the school board does not even handle these types of matters. I think we are waisting our time by going to the meeting especially if Father is not even going to be there. "

    John wrote on Apr 21, 2009 10:10 AM:

    " Great job Dr. Uhl! "

    TH wrote on Apr 21, 2009 9:55 AM:

    " I have 1 child at CHS and have one who graduated from CHS. Ever since Dr. Uhl arrived it seems a group of people have criticized and questioned every move made by Dr. Uhl. In my opinion most of these complainers are spoiled and need to allow their children to enter the real world of independence. If something is blantanly being done incorrectly then thats a different story. Otherwise back off and give the man a chance. The ACT scores at CHS have not been so great in the past. Lets do a comparative study down the road. "

    Chs parent wrote on Apr 21, 2009 7:38 AM:

    " If you are not on the agenda you will not be able to speak at the school board meeting, but if alot of people show up at the meeting it will make a statement.

    Concerned parents need to be present Thursday at the school board meeting!!!!! "

    Uhl supporter wrote on Apr 21, 2009 7:32 AM:

    " I am a supporter of Dr. Uhl. However, I do not like the fact that the Chancellor ignores the parents. It smacks of clericalism; "we priests do not listen to you unwashed rabble". This could all be diffused if comlpaints were dealt with in an air of openess. "

    To Meeting wrote on Apr 21, 2009 6:56 AM:

    " You mentioned, "Don't think you will be allowed to speak at the meeting. If you are not on the agenda, they will not hear you."
    Yes, this is standard for any school board meeting, but they might have some of their questions answered. So many people have requested all to attend, and others say that they will attend, but few show up. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE SHOW UP. "

    TEACHER wrote on Apr 20, 2009 10:53 PM:

    " Check to see who at CHS is certified at the website teachlouisiana.net/Certification/searchcertificationpNET.asp "

    Meeting wrote on Apr 20, 2009 8:12 PM:

    " Don't think you will be allowed to speak at the meeting. If you are not on the agenda, they will not hear you. "

    Dr.of change wrote on Apr 20, 2009 6:06 PM:

    " People I would like to introduce to our principle Dr.Barack Obama Uhl.
    People need change and the way to get it is to get this out of towner packing.
    He is definately runing what it took years to accomplish under the guidance of all the great teachers that we once had.
    Thanks for nothing Dr.Barack Obama Uhl. "

    Don Corleone wrote on Apr 20, 2009 5:23 PM:

    " As a student at CHS I personally encourage all parents to attend the meeting on April 23.
    I would like to give my opinion on the current school state. I agree with most of the posters here. The teachers at CHS are getting sick of Uhl overworking them. Mrs. Indest ,whom I regard as one of the finest teachers (left) at CHS, is leaving because of UHL. We have a complete change of staff every year.Frankly, the students are tired of having the incompetence of new teachers. Attend the meeting...give your opinion...Stop the UHL!!!

    My Finest Regards,
    Don Corleone "

    To John wrote on Apr 20, 2009 5:09 PM:

    " You are right, and that is the problem.
    "UHL'S FREEDOM" comes at the expense of GREAT teachers and families who have left our school. Uhl answers to NO ONE. And if anyone wants to correct me and say he answers to Fr. Charles, again I say,
    "uhl answers to no one." "

    John wrote on Apr 20, 2009 4:27 PM:

    " Freedom isn't free "

    To CHS Parent wrote on Apr 20, 2009 3:54 PM:

    " The school board meeting is at 6:30 in the administrative building (former brother's house) on Thursday, April 23rd. Anyone that is concerned about the future of CHS needs to attend the meeting.

    There has been so much said on the forum, now it is time for the people to let Fr. Charles and board know how they feel about the current administration.

    Please spread the word! "

    CHS Parent wrote on Apr 20, 2009 2:09 PM:

    " I know that the school board meeting is Thurs night, but can anyone tell me what time and where? "

    Concerned wrote on Apr 19, 2009 1:38 PM:

    " How sad it is that Catholic High, loved by so many, has come to this. While there were problems to be solved, there are now far greater ones. Enrollment is down since Dr. Uhl arrived, as are many measures of achievement. A young faculty has replaced truly dedicated veterans. Spin control cannot control those facts. His term as principal will come to an end some day, and the next principal will have a mighty big job to do to repair all the damage. God bless whoever it is to be. "

    JJB supporter wrote on Apr 19, 2009 1:19 PM:

    " Have we somehow entered into a witch trial? What people do on their own time should remain private and personal. There were no child molestation, or threats of bodily harm anywhere on any website. As for the "anti christian writings," I say ha! What you are saying is that people do not have the fundamental and GOD GIVEN right to free will and opinion? Are you God? Are you judging someone? Sounds blasphemous at least.

    Have you seen the movie, "Doubt?" "

    M00NiE wrote on Apr 19, 2009 1:05 PM:

    " This is a reply to the person who wrote that Jarred James Breaux should not have been hired in the first place. The individual who wrote that deplorable comment is obviously not exactly educated herself. Take a remedial English class! They are available. "

    stop posting wrote on Apr 19, 2009 8:18 AM:

    " If you really care about CHS stop posting and show up at the Board Meeting. "

    Carole is right wrote on Apr 18, 2009 7:53 PM:

    " Yes, this is getting out of control. Some people have gotten away from the issues and are pulling in things that don't belong in the Forum. People should stick to the issue or stop replying. "

    terrauxbouefs wrote on Apr 18, 2009 4:27 PM:

    " To Carol
    "Why does The Daily Iberian not follow its own guidelines for posting?"

    Because the more an issue in sensationalized, the more hits to The Daily Iberian's webpage. Therefore, more advertising potential. "

    Carol wrote on Apr 17, 2009 7:54 PM:

    " I have voiced this same complaint on many unrelated forum topics. Why does The Daily Iberian not follow its own guidelines for posting? They say in the guidelines "you can say someone's idea is stupid but you cannot say someone is stupid." Several posters are violating that rule and The Daily Iberian editors--who claim to monitor forum posts--allow it to happen. I don't have a thing in the world to do with Catholic High School, but the vicious public bashing of a human being in an anonymous is disgraceful. "

    Concerned wrote on Apr 17, 2009 3:09 PM:

    " Any one of you with grandchildren, even if they are not yet at St. Edwards, need to get involved in this. This school is your grandchildren's future. "

    Hanson Supporter wrote on Apr 17, 2009 2:53 PM:

    " I don't know exactly what mess is going on with the CHS principle, but i do know that our principle was let go in the middle of the year and we are doing just fine. Hanson is a great school and we've been getting a few CHS students. Just a word of encouragement, be open to change and open minded. "

    omg wrote on Apr 17, 2009 1:47 PM:

    " The idea of the highest bidder for grad. is what St. Edward's has been doing for years for the third grade closing. So let's not cloudy the issues. Also, to the x-teacher: the only way that you could be making more money is if you went to the public school system. And I know that if you are working less, then you must not be doing your job! If you are going to St. Joe, I feel for you! "

    to Jared James Breaux wrote on Apr 17, 2009 1:30 PM:

    " Please be truthful. There wereanti christian writings posted on the internet. parents were concerned and should have been. The writings were removed but I still have copies of them downloaded. Classroom management abilities? Questionable at best! Teaching math with two college math classes? Humm! Don't play the myrter. Probably the only good dismissal uhl made. Should have never hired in the first place. Point in case-not emotionally stable enough to deal with conflict. Need we go on? Stop the madness JJB--just a kid yourself! "

    Forgot to say wrote on Apr 17, 2009 12:58 PM:

    " By the way I forgot to add that I am a certified teacher who passed the Praxis. Thanks again Uhl. "

    Thank you Tim Uhl wrote on Apr 17, 2009 10:46 AM:

    " As a ex teacher of Catholic High, I would like to thank Dr. Uhl. I am much happier, working less and MAKING MORE MONEY. "

    sportsfan wrote on Apr 17, 2009 10:24 AM:

    " Do anyone know if uhl getting rid of any coach or decreasing their pay? I know we have one or two verterans that makes well after all the years of teaching and coaching. I am pretty sure he is thinking he can get two teachers for the price of one. "

    Stock Market wrote on Apr 17, 2009 9:51 AM:

    " If CHS were a business and the stakeholders were not pleased, it would go bankrupt. This just might happen.Maybe we should see Uhl BAILOUT(play on words) "

    Finally wrote on Apr 17, 2009 9:46 AM:

    " Finally a voice of reason.Stakeholder what do you propose we do? Many teachers and parents have tried going through the Diocese but got nowhere. This must start at a grassroots level, but people are afraid of reprisals. Parents and teachers are afraid. When you stick your neck out all alone, it gets cut off. This has to be a show of unity. "

    to stakeholder wrote on Apr 17, 2009 9:33 AM:

    " I am with you 100%, but what is there to do? The only people who can hold Dr. Uhl accountable are not doing so. This is frustrating. Do you have a suggestion of what is to be done? It needs to be done soon before there are no teachers left.I too have a stake in CHS and want it to be the best for our children. Does anyone out there have any logical thoughts on this? "

    situation stinks wrote on Apr 17, 2009 9:19 AM:

    " I totally am in agreement with you. The situation does stink. Maybe if something were done to look into the matter, we could stop posting. "

    Stakeholder wrote on Apr 17, 2009 9:16 AM:

    " I'm quite frustrated by the extreme views from both sides of this issue. The "witch hunt" comments all the way to "blind love" for Dr. Uhl. My own position is based more in reason and logic. While this unrest is expected from any change in leadership. I gave Dr. Uhl the benefit of the doubt. But as this unrest continues, I am questioning his effectiveness. I am not a nosey, whining parent. I am investing in my child's education, therefore I am a stakeholder. As the leader of this organization, he is accountable to all stakeholders-students, faculty AND parents. "

    It is all about making money wrote on Apr 17, 2009 9:15 AM:

    " The Daily Iberian is in the business of selling newspapers to make money. It is like selling church pews to make money. Get it? The Daily Iberian can run this forum as long as people write in comments. It is also called free speach. "

    Teachers tried to talk wrote on Apr 17, 2009 8:43 AM:

    " The teachers have tried to talk to the priest and to the Diocese and no one listens. When there are no more teachers at CHS except "warm bodies" in the classroom, it will be too late! "

    PromisesPromises wrote on Apr 17, 2009 8:39 AM:

    " NO ONE will attend the School Board Meeting. I PROMISE you, no one cares!!!!! "

    Messy parents wrote on Apr 17, 2009 8:32 AM:

    " Yes, there are a lot of parents at CHS who have complained since the begining of CHS's history. There will always be parents who do not like the policies of a principal,but have you ever in the history of the school ever seen such a turnover in teachers? "

    Wait and see wrote on Apr 17, 2009 8:26 AM:

    " If no one is convinced about the state of affairs at CHS,wait and see how many teachers will be leaving on their own at the end of the year.Count them and count the number who have left since Dr. Uhl's first year as principal. If the numbers don't hit you in the face--nothing will. "

    Jarred James Breaux wrote on Apr 17, 2009 12:16 AM:

    " As a first-year teacher who left CHS last year, I must say that Dr. Uhl was quite supportive of me and of other new teachers. I have no quarrel with Dr. Uhl or any teacher/administrator at CHS. My reason for leaving had nothing to do with Dr. Uhl but rather it was overbearing, nosey parents who were prying into my personal life, going so far as to track-down my girlfriend and complain because she was not Catholic. I also had one parent call my parent's house complaining! Talking to a few other new&old teachers who left, they have similar stories. "

    Jarred James Breaux wrote on Apr 17, 2009 12:05 AM:

    " I loved Mrs. Indest. Her room was right next to mine the first year I taught at Catholic High. She was a big help to me as a first year teacher. If you ever listen to her teach, or watch her class, she is amazing. She teaches by the standards of today, using various activities and techniques rather than boring lectures and paper-n-pencil work alone. It is sad to see her go. I wish her the best! "

    CHS Parent wrote on Apr 16, 2009 7:23 PM:

    " I agree that all of this complaining of the forum is not going to do any good. But, we could make a difference by attending the school board meeting on Thursday, April 23rd. Spread the word the future of CHS is at stake and numbers could make the difference. "

    To CHS Alum Parent wrote on Apr 16 wrote on Apr 16, 2009 6:38 PM:

    " Thanks for sharing.You mentioned, "I think everything that could be said has been said. What else is there?" Let me PROMISE you that everything has NOT been said. Believe me when I say, that teachers (both past and present) could sit with you for hours and share their concerns. It is out of respect of their school and fear of what the man will do that they do not post. But if you truly want to know the goings on, just ask any teacher (past or present) to visit with you "

    students are suffering wrote on Apr 16, 2009 5:08 PM:

    " This should go on til someone finally listens. The students are suffering,don't you get it?Dr. uhl has no vision. He flies by the seat of his pants. He has no experience in running a school.He messed up the buget and hires and fires teachers at whim.Look at the number of turn overs in the last 3 years. If this forum bothers you so much, why are you reading it? "

    bqr wrote on Apr 16, 2009 3:33 PM:

    " The "tea party" protests make absolutely no sense. Most of the protestors probably make far less than $250,000 a year, and therefore stand to benefit from the Obama tax cut. So, are they protesting a tax cut?

    As for the stimulus, it is a necessary evil, to get us out of the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression. "

    CHS Alum Parent wrote on Apr 16, 2009 2:33 PM:

    " How long does the Daily Iberian let something like this run before they turn it off. This is not accomplishing anything. I think everything that could be said has been said. What else is there? The situation stinks and the students will suffer for all of this. "

    CHS Parent wrote on Apr 16, 2009 12:02 PM:

    " If Uhl is having to auction off church sitting, then maybe enough people have stopped donating money to CHS. Parents, please keep it up. "

    catchme wrote on Apr 16, 2009 9:19 AM:

    " This is what happens when you replace a good person like Ivy Landry with an out of stater, I hope Ivy is enjoying all this regarding Uhl. Nahhhhhhhhh, he won't be enjoying it at all because I am certain he is upset to see what is happening at CHS and how a school he so dearly loved is falling to pieces. "

    Experienced wrote on Apr 16, 2009 9:14 AM:

    " Many of the teachers Are you Kidding refered to have their Masters and you know what Doc has. Others have updated theircertification too. All of the teachers have attended workshops and are up with technology. We can debate all year long about this but why bother. Neither side will change their opinions. "

    students learn in secure environment wrote on Apr 16, 2009 9:09 AM:

    " A student can learn from a mixture of old and new teaching techniques. There should be a balance. Old is good and proven, by the number of doctors lawyers and business men and women who graduated from CHS.New is good too as our society is changing.I just feel that a balance of old and new is neded.How do others feel? "

    the real problem wrote on Apr 16, 2009 8:38 AM:

    " First you attack the new teachers then you attack the old teachers. When are you going to get it?It is not the TEACHERS who are the problem. It is the PRINCIPAL. "

    To Are You Kidding wrote on Apr 15, 2009 10:02 PM:

    " Today the test for certification is called Praxis, but 25 years ago, it was called the NTE. The name has been changed, but the criteria is the same. It is just a money making deal because with Praxis you have to take more than one test whereas it was all combined on the NTE. If a teacher is not certified, then they have three years to get that certification or they are no longer hired. And, teachers are required to undergo professional development to keep up with the new. So, lay off the teachers-you don't know what is required. "

    To Sparky - - - - - wrote on Apr 15, 2009 8:48 PM:

    " You obviously have "washed your hands" from CHS when your kids graduated and you don't currently have grandchildren, nephews, nieces, etc as students in the current havoc on campus. As a alumnae, parent and aunt of CHS, it is very disheartening to see some of the changes and cancellations that has taken place at our CHS since Tim Uhl took over. I do believe change is good - - but enough is enough! To the MCA alumnae - - - our wonderful traditions that WERE carried over to CHS are just about gone! "

    To Are you Kidding Me wrote on Apr 15, 2009 8:18 PM:

    " Please point out which 25+ year teachers do not have certification and which are using 25 year old lesson plans. With each new updated book, new lesson plans have to be made to fit the new materials. Also, uhl has moved around so many teachers that many are not teaching their old subjects - hence new lesson plans. "

    Are You Kidding wrote on Apr 15, 2009 5:21 PM:

    " Just because you are there for 25 years, does not mean YOU'RE certified!!! Some of the teachers mentioned have had no certification exams and have not been held to the high standards that new teachers are held to. AGAIN, they are grandfathered under the prior requirements-NONE and get away with teaching 25 year old lessons. I'm sorry the scores do show improvement. I know that is hard for some of you to admit but those on the inside see it and know it. Where are you getting YOUR numbers? By the way when people type they make minor grammatical errors- "

    simple solution wrote on Apr 15, 2009 4:52 PM:

    " There is another thread about Graduation and selling the 2 front pews to raise money at the Gala. I have a suggestion. When people stop giving money to the Church because they are fed up with the way the priests ignore the problem at CHS,maybe the priests can sell the 2 front pews at every Mass to the highest bidder. "

    to Church seating for sale wrote on Apr 15, 2009 4:48 PM:

    " In reference to another "what do you want to talk about"I do not agree with selling the 2 front pews for Graduation,but it is a smart move. It will probably save the Gala. Remember part of the CHS budget is riding on this Gala. It is a great way to raise money. Why should anyone care if it is fair or not. No one cares about the education their children are getting. "

    CHS Parent wrote on Apr 15, 2009 9:38 AM:

    " Remember when parents stood in line at St Edwards just to get their kids in school at CHS? Those days are long gone. CHS has to go back to 3 classes of 4th graders this year instead of 4 classes. Now parents stand in line at St Edwards; to start their kids out with a good education; and then have to make the hard decision of where do I send them in 4th grade. Once this use to be a no-brainer!! Thanks Uhl "

    To Sparky wrote on Apr 15, 2009 9:33 AM:

    " You can call me vicious, small-minded, petty and tell me to go to hades - as long this makes Uhl hit the road. I trully envy you - it must be nice to look back on a situation after your kids have gone and preach to others. As long as the situation does not effect you then I really don't care about your opinion, its those parents who still have children at CHS that need to have an opinion. "

    To Sparky wrote on Apr 15, 2009 6:01 AM:

    " The key words in your comment "kids all graduated" tells it all. You are not in the system anymore so you really don't know enough to comment. "

    sparky wrote on Apr 15, 2009 1:54 AM:

    " My kids all graduated from Catholic High. When Tim Uhl came on board, I pulled him aside and told him that this was a vicious little community and that he was in for a real brow beating. You people have not idsapointed me-in fact you have surpassed the pettiness that I forsaw. If I were Uhl, I'd telll y'all to go to hades and I'd hit the road. People here are very small minded and resistant to change and they get exactly what they deserve. . "

    Ask Elementary teachers wrote on Apr 14, 2009 9:09 AM:

    " In Uhl's vision, he has changed the way the Elementary is set up. When a person goes into Education, they know how suited they are for a particular grade level. Elementary teachers like teaching their own class every subject all day. Uhl refuses to allow them to do so. Ask them if they are happy? This unhappiness will spill over to your children no matter how hard the teachers tries not to let it . "

    Strike wrote on Apr 14, 2009 9:03 AM:

    " The teachers at CHS would never strike because there are too many new teachers there. Uhl has not YET begun to do anything to them. So far it has been the older(meaning years experience) teachers that he has overworked.He uses them to make the new teachers load lighter. If they stay a while he will begin to abuse them in order to help out the new ones he will hire when all the old ones are gone. "

    Doctor wrote on Apr 14, 2009 8:53 AM:

    " I know what the Doctor in Doc's title stands for,but what degree does Dr. Uhl have to give him the title Doctor?I don't think it is education.The teachers at CHS have more experience in education than the person who is trying to lead them. "

    Save CHS wrote on Apr 14, 2009 7:12 AM:

    " Want to know how bad CHS has become? There is a CHS school board member who won't even send her daughter to CHS. Her daughter goes to Sacred Heart in Grand Coteau.

    We also have a CHS board member who led the charge against Mr. Ivy as principal but is buddy-buddy with Uhl and sits back while Uhl destroys CHS.

    Maybe we need to start be getting rid of the CHS school board members! "

    Forum wrote on Apr 13, 2009 9:20 PM:

    " Dr. Uhl must read the Forum, because everything he said in his principal's address in the parent newsletter addresses issues in the Forum.Don't believe half of what he says. "

    Senior dinners wrote on Apr 13, 2009 9:16 PM:

    " Are the Seniors having theie Senior dinner? It is supposed to be the Thursday that they return from the holidays,but no one has said anything about it. "

    hires and fires wrote on Apr 13, 2009 9:14 PM:

    " Uhl hires and fires so many teachers that the one that were there before are having a hard time remembering people's names "

    Math program wrote on Apr 13, 2009 9:11 PM:

    " Doc is only teaching 2 classes next year. Do you want to take the chance that your child will have multiple teachers in one year? "

    not surprised wrote on Apr 13, 2009 9:09 PM:

    " I am not surprised at the apathy of the CHS parents. You want to complain, but when push comes to shove you fold like a house of cards. When your child can't make it in life after CHS you will want to blame everyone but yourself. "

    2 times fired wrote on Apr 13, 2009 12:56 PM:

    " Ask Dr. Uhl about the ethics of giving a teacher a contract offer then taking it back then offering it again then taking it back. Are the teachers toys to be played with? "

    concerned parent wrote on Apr 13, 2009 12:53 PM:

    " If the older experienced teachers are leaving CHS,what is to say that many of the first year teachers won't leave also after they get their feet wet. Are we going to continue to have a cycle of first years teachers every year. Many of these new teachers are doing a good job, but have no CHS loyalty that the older teachers had. If a better paying job would come up, why wouldn't they take it?Is your child to be taught every year by a first year teacher? "

    Just a fact wrote on Apr 13, 2009 12:09 PM:

    " I know that Dr. Uhl placed memos in some of the teachers' school mail box that stated their contract would not be renewed. No respect!! "

    CHS Parent wrote on Apr 13, 2009 11:17 AM:

    " One teacher was told that she would have to go part time and take a $6,000 pay cut. "

    Ex teacher wrote on Apr 13, 2009 6:47 AM:

    " I won't tell how I was let go,but I will mention 3 other teachers....One teacher was told in the hallway right befoe having to go teach a class.One teacher found out at a faculty meeting when the teacher's replacement was named. One teacher found out when the teacher received a going away gift! Great people skills on the part of Dr. Uhl.He doesn't care about a person's feelings. They mean nothing to him. "

    Hello wrote on Apr 12, 2009 6:57 PM:

    " Has anyone noticed that Uhl is even "non-re-newing" his own hires? It seems his "vision" is a moving target, and even HE can't focus on it. "

    Ex teacher wrote on Apr 12, 2009 3:45 PM:

    " I urge all ex teachers from CHS to comment on how or why they were fired or quit CHS. The stories would make your head spin! "

    Experience not everything wrote on Apr 12, 2009 8:35 AM:

    " I believe that experience does not make a teacher, but it does count for something. I urge you to investigate the number of years of experience in each of the major department at CHS. You would be shocked! "

    Question wrote on Apr 12, 2009 8:32 AM:

    " How many Math teachers have the Seniors had this year? Or for that matter how many Math teachers have they had in the last 2 years? Parents of Seniors or Seniors themselves, would you like to comment? "

    Who Would Question Doc wrote on Apr 11, 2009 10:23 PM:

    " People have posted many things but forgot one subject: Dr. Uhl's assault on the most successful program in CHS's history--the Math program. Donald "Doc" Voorhies has spent more than half of his life building an impeccable program. Dr. Uhl has effectively dismantled that by undermining Doc, removing him from teaching 8th grade Algebra I, hiring some questionable math teachers, and allowing students to be taught Algebra I by an uncertified teacher. Anyone with a thing called a "brain" would have thought this stupid? Why have you, the public, or you, Monsignor Langlois, allowed this travesty? Attend April 23rd's meeting! "

    teachers and students are stressed wrote on Apr 11, 2009 8:43 PM:

    " I realize that this time of the year is stressful to the teachers and to the students.It should not have to be so. Why is it that good teachers fear for their jobs even if they are doing a good job of teaching. Dr. Uhl has no rhyme or reason for the cuts he make except for money reasons. The stress the teachers are under carries over to the students. Get rid of stress by getting rid of Dr. Uhl. "

    CHS parent wrote on Apr 11, 2009 7:20 PM:

    " If you are concerned about the future of CHS please attend the school board meeting on Thursday, April 23rd. It might not affect you now but it will in the future!!!!! "

    Alums must get involved wrote on Apr 10, 2009 5:58 PM:

    " All of you alums who graduated in the 1990's,must get involved in this fight. You must think of the future. One day you will have children at CHS. Get rid of Uhl while there is a chance to restore the school.The parents of children at CHS need your help now. Get involved! "

    frustrated wrote on Apr 10, 2009 5:54 PM:

    " When people pay money for a service, they expect it to be a quality service. CHS has gone down in many ways in the last few years. The only thing keeping many families at CHS is the Catholic Education and tradition. Please don't let CHS go down. Fight to get a quality principal and restore Catholic education in New Iberis. All of you parents who are afraid of getting involved most do so. Start at the grassroots level. Go to your parish priests especially the owner parish priests. Fight for your school. Get Uhl out!!!! "

    to are you kidding wrote on Apr 10, 2009 10:11 AM:

    " Maybe if you had been taught by the same old strategies and lesson plans you might know the difference between your and you're.All you have to do is compare the pre Uhl scores to the post Uhl scores and the numbers justify everything being posted. "

    To Im Confused wrote on Apr 10, 2009 9:27 AM:

    " There are many wonderful teachers left at CHS and in my opinion no one is bashing those teachers. We are bashing Uhl who feels that these long term teachers are not good enough. The problem is there will soon be no experienced teachers left at CHS to help mentor these younger teachers. Whenever there is a high turn over rate at any work place - the problem is normally management. I feel that CHS is currently under bad management. "

    To Missed wrote on Apr 9, 2009 4:45 PM:

    " As you have mentioned names, I have three times now tried to post the entire list of the faculty/staff who are no longer at CHS. The number is now 59.
    We could only be so fourtnate if number 60 would bear the name Dr. Tim Uhl!!!!!!!!!!!! "

    Im confused wrote on Apr 9, 2009 1:30 PM:

    " CHS/MCA merged over 20 years ago. Shouldn't it be expected that there would only be a few teachers left from that era? What exactly does "certification" prove? When I went to school (25+ years ago) I don't believe there was such thing as teacher certification A certificate does make one a good teacher and there are still MANY good teachers at CHS. I am sorry that some have gone but please quit bashing the ones that are choosing to be there. "

    CHS parent wrote on Apr 9, 2009 9:06 AM:

    " CHS was the number 1 school in New Iberia!
    Under Uhl that is no longer the case.
    By hiring first year teachers or non-certified teachers he has brought down the school. In all work environments one looks at the experienced workers to learn how to best perform your job. If there are no experienced teachers left; then how will these new teachers learn time proved teaching skills? That's how you bring down a school!! Way to go Uhl! Way to put the kids first! "

    Missed wrote on Apr 8, 2009 9:16 PM:

    " Brenda Breaux ,Jeanne Wellman, Roberta Landry,Genie Segura , Val Burton and Doc Voorhies are the onlty teachers left from the merger of MCA and CHS. Becky Blanchard and Alyce Indest are not returning next year. "

    To Panther Mom wrote on Apr 8, 2009 6:55 PM:

    " There are many sad things about the teachers who choose to leave:
    Dr. Uhl never tells them anything that even resembles a "thank you" for all that you have done for your students and your school. He simply says, "well do what you have to do." We know the pay is not what motivates anyone to the teaching profession, but one of the greatest perks at that school once was what your SOUL recieved. Guess even that cost too much for Dr. Uhl's budget. What is there to draw anyone to that school anymore? "

    Are You Kidding wrote on Apr 8, 2009 6:32 PM:

    " What is the matter with you all? You all are small town, scared of change, simple minded people. Dr. Uhl wants only to make CHS the number 1 school in New Iberia. He wants to take it to the next level and that requires change. Teachers that have used the same strategies, the same lesson plans, the same tests for 25 years- do need to WORK a little bit. I mean, come on, your paying for a number 1 education and your getting an education from 20 years ago. I'm so sick of this attack on Dr. Uhl. "

    To Panther Mom wrote on Apr 8, 2009 2:52 PM:

    " Yes, it is true. The school is going down. Parents, you need to attend the board meeting and demand that something be done by Father Charles. "

    Panther mom wrote on Apr 8, 2009 8:38 AM:

    " Please say this isn't true. I guess I will find out soon enough because my son is a student of Ms. Indest. Good Lord, what is it going to take. Before I thought well, it hasn't effected me yet so I'll keep my mouth shut. It is hittng home.

    My son, who has been in the diocese school system since pre-k is considering going to public school because of all of the turmoil. People speak about the turmoil and pressure on the teachers. Just think about what is on our kids. "

    say it aint so wrote on Apr 7, 2009 5:35 PM:

    " One of the hire-upper teachers quit today. Mrs Indest who has been a teacher at CHS for 21 years, was teacher of the year last year, and sent a student to literary rally this year who placed first, has finally had enough. Uhl has made the teachers so miserable that some have decided that it's just not worth it anymore. "

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