This year the Junior League of Gwinnett & North Fulton
Counties had Ashley Shoemaker, President; Molly Stone, VP
Community; and Penny Sibley, Secretary act as “Principals for a Day.”
Molly Stone, VP
Community; “Principal for a Day” at Elkins Pointe Middle School in Roswell
Molly shadowed Kindra Smith, who has been the principal at
Elkins Pointe Middle School for the last two years. Throughout the day, Molly
visited several different classes, where it was apparent that Ms. Smith’s
dedication and leadership style has helped shape the school.
A highlight from her time as principal was the opportunity
to serve as a judge for a seventh grade Japanese class’ Iron Chef Competition. The
students cooked traditional Japanese foods and then presented them to the class
before Molly and Johnson sensei, the Japanese teacher, tried each dish and chose
a winner.
Penny Sibley, Secretary;
“Principal for a Day” at Crabapple Crossing Elementary School in Milton
Penny shadowed Dr. Rachel Williams and Ayo Richardson, who
are the principal and assistant principal of Crabapple Crossing Elementary
School.
Penny was fortunate enough to be principal during Crabapple’s
Thanksgiving celebrations. She watched kindergarteners perform for their
parents and attended fifth grade “Pioneer Day,” where she saw students learn
how to make homemade butter, play with marbles and learn more about steam
energy.
Ashley Shoemaker, President;
“Principal for a Day” at Crabapple Middle School in Roswell
Ashley shadowed Dr. Rako Morrissey who is in her third year
of administration at Crabapple Middle School.
During her time at Crabapple, Ashley spoke with the graduation
coach who has created a small after-school program dedicated to promoting
girls’ self-esteem. The group consists of girls who have been recommended by
teachers or other staff members and promotes positive life choices and
empowerment. The graduation coach uses her own time and resources available to
take the group on outings, like hiking, and graduates of the program are
brought in as mentors to current students.
Fulton’s “Principal for a Day” program is a partnership
between the Fulton County School System, the Greater North Fulton Chamber of
Commerce, South Fulton Chamber of Commerce and Sandy Springs/Perimeter Chamber
of Commerce. Click here to watch a video about
“Principal for a Day” and learn more about the program.
