Being in a position of power means having the ability to make some major
changes. If I were to become the next principal of my school, I would make some
changes to the school infrastructure and facilities. First and foremost, I would
build a functional and interactive computer lab. In this IT era, being
well-versed in computers is a must to be one step closer to success in career
advancement. This lab would be of great use to students who do not have a
computer or whose family cannot afford to have one. Since this is the age where
they learn new things quicker, it is the best time for them to learn about
computers.
Next, I would have extra classes over weekends and school holidays prior to
major examinations. Extra classes will be conducted by teachers who are
dedicated to helping weaker students. This would be of great help to poorer
students who cannot afford to go for tuition.
The learning environment for students is also very important. The chairs and
tables of some classrooms are in very bad condition. Some are old and some have
been broken by irresponsible students. Thus, I would provide new and more
comfortable tables and chairs. Nobody can study peacefully with a
creaky chair and
shabby desk. This would help them to be more comfortable and increase
their attention span in class thus, indirectly improving his or her performance
in school.
The next thing I would do is improve the quality of food served at the
canteen. Currently, the type of food served is not very nutritional, very
limited in choice, unhygienic and not tasty. Insects and fine pieces of dust can
sometimes be seen floating on the beverages served. As the principal, I would
impose more stringent rules on the cleanliness and suggest more variety in the
choices of food. I would have a survey to determine the types of healthy food
that should be served and make sure the canteen operators follow this guideline.
Sports play an important part in our lives. Hence, I would improve the
quality of sports equipment and facilities in the school. This would give
students, who are not very good academically, to explore and develop their
sports talents. If they perform exceptionally well in sports, I might discover
yet another Nicol David !
These are a few things I would do as a principal. Making the changes stated
above will change how students perceive school and become more motivated to
excel in their studies and in life. |