Dedication

On Saturday we are going to have the dedication for our new building. I have to write my "remarks" to say. I have been putting this off because I have no idea where to begin or what I am supposed to say. I thought I could practice here...

"Walt Disney had it wrong. Disneyland is not the happiest place in the world--our school is!

Back in December when I applied to be the principal of the 14th Street school I was very excited about the possibility of new adventures, new traditions. By the time I was named the principal, the school had been named for Hobbs Williams. I was even more excited and passionate about establishing new traditions and making a difference in the lives of the students that would attend our new school. Mr. Williams has always been a champion for the cause of student achievement. He is a passionate educator who always put students first.

I have been blessed with this once in a lifetime opportunity. The teachers were hand picked. The building is state-of-the-art. The parents are involved in the education of the children. The students are eager to learn. I have a Superintendent and School Board who are supportive of us and our efforts to ensure student achievement."

What do you think? If you know me then you know I can "hold court" and talk to a crowd for hours. Saturday, however, I will be very humbled by the educators that will be sitting on the stage and in the audience. I will be reminded that passion for what you do makes you what you are. I am an educator. I am proud that I have had the privilege to work in this district, doing what I love for the past 30 years.