What It's Like To Be... A High School Principal
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Dec 12, 2023 Marcus Belin, high school principal in Illinois, shares insights on managing parent complaints, dealing with teenage social media, and the challenges of being an emergency substitute teacher. He discusses the importance of building authentic relationships with students and recognizing them as individuals. The chapter also explores the impact of social media on high school experience and the need for better digital citizenship education. Additionally, educational terms like IEP and 504 are explained, and advice for a better high school experience is shared.
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Principal As Emergency Substitute
- Marcus often fills in as an emergency substitute when no teacher is available.
- He sees subbing as part of his duty and enjoys stepping into classrooms spontaneously.
Visibility Builds Connection
- Marcus prioritizes being visible and authentic to connect with 3,000 students across many spaces.
- He deliberately spends time in classrooms, athletics, and arts to learn students beyond surface IDs.
Do The Jobs Nobody Else Wants
- Do the tasks that 'don't fit into anybody else's job description' instead of waiting for others.
- Be willing to clean, cook, or cover roles to keep the school running smoothly.