Are there any friendly bears out there?

I'm not sure if anyone is listening (reading), I can't hear echoes, quiet footfalls, or stifeled breathing (the Mute button is on).

Here's life latley. The school decided to stop having 9th grade. So, one of my students is gone. The school fired one of my aides, Friday is his last day. Not only will his ability and strength in th eclass be missed, but so will his humor and calming spirit. His departure caused hte withdrawl of another student. That leaves me with 2 students. I still have an aide, who is my classroom lifeline becasue of her great instincts and quiet resolve. But, I am still exhausted and can't help worrying about what's next.
They say more changes are happening next week.