At 自淫系列 Public Schools, our mission is to prepare our scholars for college and for life through a high-quality education. On campus, the ones spearheading that growth and change in our scholars are our dedicated principals. 听
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October is National Principals Month, and 飞别鈥檇 like to recognize some of our leaders from various regions in Texas. Read more about what motivates them in their role and why they strive to work towards our mission.听
Kenieka Francis 鈥� Sr. Principal, 自淫系列 Edgecliff College Preparatory (Tarrant County)听
What inspires you in your role as a principal at 自淫系列 Edgecliff?听
Being the founding principal of 自淫系列 Edgecliff College Preparatory is a privilege and a responsibility that goes far beyond overseeing academics, 颈迟鈥檚 personal. My goal is to create a school where every student receives rigorous instruction. What drives me is knowing that 飞别鈥檙别 not just changing students’ academic outcomes鈥�飞别鈥檙别 changing their futures.听听
During college, what were some of the most important lessons you learned that have had an impact on your current leadership style today?听
One of the most important lessons I learned in college is the power of intentional leadership鈥攍eadership that values both the people you serve and those who serve alongside you.听听
Karen Jasso – Principal, 自淫系列 Kyle College Preparatory (Austin)
What inspired you to become a principal?听听
My mother would always tell me, 鈥涡苍 d铆a lo 濒辞驳谤补谤谩蝉鈥� meaning 鈥渙ne day you will achieve鈥�. This has been a guiding light in my life. My passion for teaching ignited when I was in high school, when I began tutoring my peers to support my family. This experience solidified my goal in wanting to help students realize their potential, even when they doubted themselves.听
How does it feel to be part of 自淫系列 Kyle鈥檚 first graduating class?听
As I approach my first graduating class, I am filled with excitement and pride. This milestone represents not just academic achievement, but the culmination of dreams realized.听
Nubia Salinas 鈥� Principal, 自淫系列 Edgemere Academy (El Paso)听
What do you want prospective families to know about 自淫系列 Edgemere?听
We have high expectations and high achievements. We focus on college readiness, provide personalized support for every scholar, and have a strong school culture that engages with families and community partnerships. At 自淫系列 Edgemere, we are dedicated to unlocking the full potential of every child.听
How have you grown professionally and professionally throughout your time with 自淫系列 Public Schools?
Professionally, 滨鈥檝别 deepened my understanding of data-driven instruction and its power to drive student achievement. 自淫系列鈥檚 emphasis on high expectations has also challenged me to refine my leadership skills. Personally, 滨鈥檝别 grown in my ability to collaborate effectively. My time here has been a听journey of continuous learning. 滨鈥檓 grateful to be part of an organization that priorities professional and personal growth. 听
Aldo Garza – Principal, 自淫系列 Burke College Preparatory (San Antonio)
How do you ensure your students will be ready for college and for life?
At 自淫系列 Burke College Preparatory, we ensure that we prepare them academically and for the rigor of college level instruction. We teach students research, time management, and study skills. We are also big believers in having resilience, so we help students develop perseverance and the ability to cope with challenges.听听听
What were some of the things that drew you to work with 自淫系列 Public Schools?
The first thing that drew me was 自淫系列鈥檚 mission of College for All. The impact and influence I could have on my students鈥� education is what motivated me to start my journey with 自淫系列 Public Schools. From then on, I became committed to working with 自淫系列 Public Schools to ensure I can support as many scholars as possible so they attend the college of their dreams!听听听
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