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    Principal Brad Anshuetz was interviewed to discuss the school's curriculum, discipline policies, and what he enjoys most about his job. The curriculum is decided through input from stakeholders like parents, businesses, and teachers from different subjects. School rules are outlined in the handbook but positive reinforcement of good behavior is emphasized over punishment. Anshuetz takes the most pride in seeing students grow and choose to attend Madison Middle School.

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    Abigail Bansen

    Education Practicum

    Principal Interview

    11 October, 2020

    Principal Interview

    On October 5, 2020, I had the opportunity to interview Principal Brad Anshuetz.

    Anschuetz is the principal at Madison Middle School. He has been an assistant principal for four

    years and a principal for twenty. Prior to becoming a principal at Madison Middle School,

    Anshuetz worked for four years as a mathematics teacher. Anshuetz also graduated from Eastern

    Michigan University where he earned a bachelors and masters degree.

    During the interview, the first question that was asked was, “how is the school curriculum

    decided? Who decides what textbooks to use?” Anshuetz stated that the curriculum is decided by

    stakeholders. Stakeholders include, parents, businesses, and other members of the community.

    Along with including stakeholders in the decision making process, Madison Middle School also

    uses focus groups to determine the curriculum. These focus groups conduct interviews and

    meetings to discuss what should be taught in the classroom. Anshuetz also mentioned the

    importance of getting cross curriculum input. For instance, if a teacher is teaching a biology

    course, the teacher would also interview English and history teachers. This creates a well

    rounded curriculum, and it ensures that all classes are teaching similar and grade appropriate

    topics. When responding to this question, Anshuetz put great emphasis on the importance of

    gaining input from a variety of backgrounds. Both the community and teachers are heavily

    involved in the decision making process.


    Along with asking about the curriculum, I also asked the question, “what are your school

    rules and how is discipline handled?” When asked this question, Anschuetz nodded and stated

    that there are concrete rules stated in the school handbook. The handbook also includes

    punishment, and the punishment becomes more severe if they have more than one offense.

    Anshuetz also stated that punishment is not their main focus at Madison Middle School, though.

    Anshuetz mentioned that they focus on the reinforcement of positive behavior. For instance, if

    they see a student showing exemplary character, they will give praise to that student. This

    encourages students to act in an appropriate manner.

    In order to conclude the interview on a more positive note, I asked the question, “what do

    you enjoy most about your job?” When I asked this question, Anshuetz’s eyes seemed to

    brighten and he mentioned that he loves to be a part of something bigger than the individual

    person. He enjoys watching students grow and seeing them graduate. He also mentioned that he

    loves seeing students want to attend Madison Middle School. Madison is over 50% school of

    choice, so Anshuetz feels pride knowing that students choose Madison over the other local

    schools.

    Overall, my interview with Principal Brad Anshuetz was a positive experience. It was

    like a breath of fresh air to see someone so passionate about their job and their role in student’s

    lives.

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