I requested one additional day off of winter break (I’m an assistant teacher at a private school) in January, so way ahead of time. My boss just emailed me about my request and said “Come talk to me about it.” She has already yelled at me for other things and she’s a huge asshole who I can’t stand. I just started at this place back in August and every day I wish I could quit but it’s in my contract that they’d fine me $3000 and take me to court if I quit before my contract ends in June. I think she’s going to deny my request. I guess I’m just looking for suggestions of what I should say to her. Believe me, I wish I could say fuck off you’re lucky I let you know ahead of time.