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Ben & Lesley Herron Join Jeremy Wendt To Discuss Being Principal

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In this episode, Jeremy Wendt sits down with Ben Herron, Principal of White Plains Academy, and Lesley Herron, Principal of Avery Trace Middle School, to discuss their unique paths to education leadership. Lesley shares how teaching wasn’t initially in her plans, while Ben talks about how coaching football led him to become a teacher. Together, they emphasize the importance of creating safe and calm environments for students, and Ben reflects on the significance of letting children grow with responsibility. They also delve into why education might not seem appealing to those who don’t see it in their future, offering insight into how educators can inspire and shift those perspectives.

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9 Sep 9AM English United States Society & Culture · Education

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