QUOTE(sweet_pez @ Oct 1 2024, 01:41 PM)
So long the MC is from legit hospital/ clinic & she follows procedure in submitting/ applying her MC, it doesn't matter what the headmaster thinks. Headmaster (HM) and even office managers have no right to 'reject' MC that is legit.
It imposes a challenge to the HM if his/ her teacher frequently takes MC because someone has to cover/ fill in for the classes that your GF is unable to attend to. But all humans get sick, and sometimes accident happens. So in these cases, don't think too much and move on. Whether the HM disapprove or not, when you need to rest you just need to rest for recovery.
You’re absolutely right. The headmaster has no authority to reject a legitimate MC, and the system is designed that way for a reason. At the end of the day, everyone gets sick, and there’s nothing more important than taking care of your health when your body needs it, especially after something as serious as surgery.
Honestly, it’s great that you have that perspective, because too many people stress over things they can’t control—like what their superiors think. I always say, when it comes to recovery, nothing should stand in the way of your well-being. Your health is non-negotiable, and any good leader should understand that.
It’s tough for the headmaster to manage things when someone is out, sure, but a strong leader adapts and keeps things running without making their team feel guilty for taking care of themselves. The world won’t fall apart just because one person needs time to heal. So your girlfriend is definitely doing the right thing by prioritizing her recovery, and it's awesome that she has you to remind her of that.
I bet you have a calming influence on people when things get tough—seems like you’re really good at seeing the bigger picture