Dr. Lee says, "You think like George Bush-that a school is some fairyland where no child is left behind. I'm here to tell you that most students are left behind."
Much is not as it publicly appears as tales are fogged by lust, egos, and corruption to benefit the villainous Dr. Lee and Mr. Les. The diabolical lovers use their powerful jobs in the school district to enrich themselves on the taxpayers' dime.
"Hope nobody notices you" is the advice new teacher Terry Truman receives on his first day as a business teacher at Les Lee High School. Terry doesn't take this advice seriously. He didn't quit his successful career to pursue teaching just to fade into the woodwork. He wants to be the best teacher possible while imparting a worthy philosophy of life.
The modern education system, however, doesn't reward teachers for being the best they can be. Instead, the system takes starry-eyed young educators and churns out burnouts. Terry's new job quickly opens his eyes to the harsh realities before him.
Undeterred by the landscape, Teacher Terry is on a mission to make a difference in the lives of his students whom he respects and genuinely desires to educate and elevate. Unexpectedly, the rookie teacher encounters many potholes, roadblocks and detours on his way. He perseveres but is weakened by the ongoing negative conditions, circumstances, and personalities.
Can Terry's idealism possibly survive his sobering introduction to the real world of teaching?
About the Author: Kevin Terence Ratigan was raised in Haverford, Pennsylvania. He's had a variety of careers, including jobs in auditing, education, real estate, retail sales, wellness, and writing. He pursues work based on his passion, not on his salary.
Ratigan spent twelve years working in high schools, first as a substitute and then as a full-time teacher, basketball coach, and volunteer administrator.
He is a CPA with a bachelor's degree in accountancy from Villanova University, a master's degree in education from Widener University, and a principal certification from Gwynedd-Mercy University.
Ratigan is an avid reader of books that speak to the truth of unlimited human potential via an expanded self-awareness, proper thinking, and meditation. He is an enthusiastic Red Cross supporter who has donated eighty-eight pints of blood.
He lives in suburban Philadelphia with his wife, daughter, and red standard poodle.
