Educational Leadership

My philosophy of administration is demanding—administrators play a vital role in education. I believe that an administrator’s first and foremost responsibility is to be well informed--by collaborating with school district personnel, other principals and community service agencies to share information and guide initiatives that place children and families at the top of their agenda. An administrator must be dedicated, committed not only to working hard but also to working smart. An administrator must be visionary, able to set goals and standards and clearly communicate those goals and standards to all those involved in the education process. As administrators, we must have the students at the center of our focus. We must be advocates for children and provide an environment where students can excel. We must develop a team approach (students, families, teachers, and community partners) to learning. An administrator must be an example of professionalism, by attending workshops and seminars to be kept abreast of current educational pedagogy in all areas that affect children and families. We must establish an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect; we must listen to others, glean from them, and share with them. An administrator must not only support but also empower families and schools, set a climate of cooperation, and be actively involved in all aspects of legal regulations and evaluation procedures to ensure a program is delivering the services families need. The responsibilities of an administrator are great; I accept that responsibility and take the task seriously.