Tips on winning something I deserve in a meeting tomorrow?

Question

I am in school to be a teacher while I am a student teacher at the same time. 2 mos ago, it was promised to me that I could work with a certain class (1st grade) for the last quarter of school (when I f/t student teach) if I worked w/ 8th graders now. I hate 8th grade but I will do it if it means I get my 1st graders back later. There is another student teacher w/ the 1st graders now who decided she will not give them up. I love these 1st graders. I have gotten to know them really well, and I was promised my final quarter with them.This other lady is freaking out and tomorrow we have a meeting to "discuss."If u ask me, there is nothing to discuss b/c I was made a promise and I'm sorry that this other lady was shafted. Sometimes I am not taken seriously b/c I am younger and pretty. I am also Latina and can get a temper.
What tips can u give me to stay calm but still not back down and "win" what was promised to me from the getgo?
Anything u know, like a power color to wear, anything

Never had a problem w/ the character limit b4, lol.

So far I have decided to take lots of deep breaths and not be too rash when making statements, and to do affirmations tomorrow AM to remind myself that this arrangement was promised to me and even tho it sux for the other lady, it's not my problem 2 deal w/.

I'm also thinking about wearing my glasses to be taken more seriously but maybe that's just dumb on my part.

for what it is worth, i honestly believe that the 1st graders will benefit more from my teaching. i have made leaps and bounds w them and their regular teacher really wants me to be there f/t.

The deal maker is the principal of the school.

Answer 1

Wearing your glasses is a good idea - they add an air of seriousness to everyone's face. To help keep your temper in check try to remember that by doing so it shows you have patience. It takes patience to deal with first graders. Try not to direct your comments to the other student teacher who has changed her mind about giving the group back - unless it was her that made the deal. Address the deal maker and advise them that you took them at their word when the arrangements were made and you expect them to live up to their end of the bargain just as you have. At every opportunity steer the conversation back to the original arrangement and don't let it wander to other areas that can easily take the focus off what the meeting is being called for. Talk about the plans you have made for the students based on the previous agreement that you get them back. Make sure you take a few well planned activities with you in writing as evidence that you are prepared as well as excited about getting them back. You are going to have to talk like a debater (unemotional, clear, and factual) to get what you want. Good luck. I think the kids deserve to get you back!

Answer 2

The person making the decision really needs to consider what is best for the first grade class, regardless of any promises that might be broken. If you believe choosing you for the final quarter is best for the kids, then you should consider what points you can make to get that idea across. But if breaking a promise to you is actually in the best interest of the first graders, then you should gracefully step back.

Answer 3

Wear a navy blue skirt/slacks and blazer with a white shirt. Be dressed up without being over-dressed. Most importantly calmly state your case. Also, it won't hurt to practice what you have to say so you can say it reasonably and correctly. Nothing turns me off more than someone who can't speak correctly. My guess is that both the classroom teachers will be involved. They are probably the ones who will decide. Just be as pleasant as you can be to both of them. Remember, this is just a quarter. It will be over soon, and you will be getting a job of your own. I'm saying this because the people you are working with now will be the ones giving you recommendations, so you need to stay on their good sides and be seen as a team player.

Wear your glasses!

Answer 4

Maybe just letting out all your frustration and anger before going to the meeting. As it still sounds now that your quiet frustrated and angered by this..

not saying you cant be though, so vent . let it all out before the meeting.. You don't want them to feel you cant control your emotions when dealing with these young ones. (1st Graders).

Of course with any meeting of this authority dress sensible but comfortable nothing worse sitting there feeling irritated by the clothing you have on.

On that note. its ok to be calm and relaxed but of course not a push over, state clearly what you want and how you want it.
Not angered, not upset or emotional. Just strongly and clearly.


I wish you the best.
ALD

Answer 5

I was a debater in high school and this school that was rarely any good routinely had teams win tournaments because they were dressed perfectly. Black and red were their colors, and they were always very professional. Also, emotional appeals such as "I've connected with them well" are never as effective as logic, such as it helps both of you broaden your experiences if you're able to work with both groups, and this is the original deal that you made.

Answer 6

wear your glasses and they say red is a power colour. Try to take the regular teacher in with you as back up.

Good luck

Answer 7

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