Being a former teacher, in special education, it would be a little easier to get those bathroom breaks. I had small groups of students so I could run down to the bathroom down the hall more as needed. This was way before I was diagnosed with UC or had my surgeries. However, being a third grade teacher where breaks might not be as convenient may make it a little more difficult, especially in the first couple of months. I know control is better as you get further in your recovery, it’s a little hard to gauge when you will get to that point. Would there be someone, maybe a building substitute who could come in to relieve you periodically? I know that mornings are better, at least for me, and Lomotil helps to get me through the morning. Afternoons are more difficult. I briefly considered substitute teaching but figured it would be difficult to get through a full day schedule so I never pursued it. Instead, I worked in Birth to Three, and could work my schedule to get bathroom breaks in between traveling from one family to another. I guess you could apply for FMLA for a couple of months to begin with and see how it goes. With Covid, just wondering how your school district will be handling in person instruction. I know it varies all over the place. Good luck with your takedown and speedy recovery.