Interview Reflection

            I thoroughly enjoyed the interview with my district superintendent.  He is very approachable and very hands on.  Several times a week, he comes to our campus just to visit with students and staff, ask about any concerns, to snap a picture, or just to say hi.  He was very receptive to being interviewed and welcomed the challenge of answering my questions.  We made arrangements to meet at his office in administration directly after school.  I explained to him that the questions would vary and that I would write a reflection and post the information on a blog.  He was very interested in the concept of blogs and stated that he did not have any experience with blogging. During our interview, he got up several times to speak to current students, one former student, parents, and his secretary.  Throughout this steady stream of activity, he seemed genuinely interested in meeting everyone’s needs.  Even though he was obviously busy, he took an hour out of his day to help me with this assignment.  As I asked the questions, he admitted that some of the questions needed to be answered in depth, but in the interest of time, he answered questions directly and concise.  On a few questions, he asked my perspective on how he well he was dealing with certain situations.  I didn’t expect this, but I tried to answer his questions honestly about how I viewed some of his decisions from an administrator perspective.  He listened to my thoughts and appreciated my insight.  I let him know that I admire the job that he does and informed him that the faculty and staff think very highly of him and only expect more good things in the future.  The interview helped me to identify the fact that I need to continue to hone my skills and study every aspect of education, as I further my career.  I realize that I need to continue to talk to and learn from the people in my school and from other leaders in the district.  This process also let me know that I should network with people outside my district by attending more staff developments, workshops, and conferences in and out of my assigned region.  I also realize from this experience that it is going to take a lot of time, wisdom, and patience to reach the level of superintendent.  I feel that the role the superintendent plays is significant and the responsibilities are tremendous, but I believe that with the help of leaders such as my district superintendent and campus principal that I will be prepared for the opportunity when it arises.