Thanks, Barry. That just about says it all.

I especially liked the part about the qualifications of resource people (learning assistance, etc.). I spent many years obtaining the training and experience for special ed. (including behavioural disorders, autism, etc.) When I realized I was paid the same as a classroom teacher, I made the switch to classroom. Its still a tough job but at least there is less emotional stress. Now I watch administration doing a lousy job of trying to pick-up the slack. Its downright fraudulent!