tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1898527418224949692.post6458364731266405680..comments2023-12-28T06:30:43.004-08:00Comments on Figuring It Out: The Embedded PrincipalJ Bevacqua @jvbevacquahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04310639769232238058noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1898527418224949692.post-59101659331746825062011-04-05T21:28:45.450-07:002011-04-05T21:28:45.450-07:00Well done and well written,Johnny. I believe that ...Well done and well written,Johnny. I believe that there isn't a time when you are reluctant to go to teach your Law students because of everything else you must do that you ever regret it. It must energize you and make you feel better to face whatever the rest of your day will bring. You enrich the lives of your students by being their teacher and principal.<br />I admire your commitment to reflect and to write.<br /><br />One little story of how I changed my students perception of me being one who could wield all authority over them. I named one of my grade 12's to be my designated "finger-wagger". Always chose an unlikely character who relished the role.We created good memories.Peter and Mary Jo Dawe, Bead For Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04959057562983248030noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1898527418224949692.post-66820254047840531592011-04-04T16:17:11.119-07:002011-04-04T16:17:11.119-07:00Thanks Gino. I would imagine that "volume&qu...Thanks Gino. I would imagine that "volume" would be an issue for you. It is great that you do make an effort to "guest" teach a Lit class. Ans yes, the students think it is "cool" that the principal is their teacher! Appreciate the comment!J Bevacqua @jvbevacquahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04310639769232238058noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1898527418224949692.post-78354539291470997192011-04-04T15:18:29.284-07:002011-04-04T15:18:29.284-07:00Nice post, Johnny
I really like the notion of fram...Nice post, Johnny<br />I really like the notion of framing the classroom as a "safe haven" both for your students and yourself - it really does allow for "authentic" relationships based on trust.<br /><br />As well, having their Principal teach them . . . those kids will definitely remember the experience well beyond their 10 year reunion!<br /><br />Because of the 'volume' here at JO, I can't commit to a regular block of class time; however, I do 'guest lecture' in Lit class a few times a year. Had them turned on to Milton about a month ago - new definition of "keeping it relevant" :)<br /><br />Thanks for sharingAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1898527418224949692.post-9704098265942040552011-04-03T20:43:47.567-07:002011-04-03T20:43:47.567-07:00Appreciate the comment Justin. Sometimes I have t...Appreciate the comment Justin. Sometimes I have to miss some classes for other pressing issues - but we have ongoing conversations in class about me being away. It tends to work quite well. I also appreciate that some administrators work in different circumstances. Still worth having the conversation. Thanks for adding your comment and continuing the conversation!J Bevacqua @jvbevacquahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04310639769232238058noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1898527418224949692.post-8273935437526049882011-04-03T18:16:03.041-07:002011-04-03T18:16:03.041-07:00Very nice post Johnny! I think it's awesome th...Very nice post Johnny! I think it's awesome that you have the opportunity to be in the classroom while maintaining a principalship. It definitely has to help keep you grounded and in the so called "trenches." Additionally, I would imagine that it makes it much easier to be an instructional leader since you are experiencing and dealing with some of the same issues as your colleagues. I know most public school districts don't allows administrators to teach as well, but I think it would be a healthy and productive change if more administrators had this opportunity.<br /><br />Great post as always!Justin Tartehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00366317292926231579noreply@blogger.com