When Petty Meets Retirement: How One Teacher Dropped the Mic on Difficult Students
There comes a point in every career where you just know: it’s time to walk away. For some, it’s a champagne send-off or a gold watch. For others, it’s something far more…satisfying. Enter the concept of the “pettyretire”—a term born from a Reddit tale that’s equal parts relatable, hilarious, and oh-so-justified.
Imagine dedicating nearly three decades to teaching, only to be met at the finish line by a gaggle of unruly freshmen and an autoimmune condition that makes every school day feel like a marathon. Now imagine getting the last word in the most gloriously petty way possible.