P.J. Quinn, K-12 Principal

by PJ Quinn

I have been the Principal of Mead Public Schools since the 2007-2008 school year.  Prior to becoming Principal, I taught high school English for 11 years at Mead.  I also serve as the Head Boys Basketball Coach and have done so since the 1998-1999 season.

Education  

• Bachelor of Arts in Education, University of Nebraska-Kearney, 1995.
• Masters in Educational Leadership, Doane College, 2007.

Philosophy of Leadership

As a leader I will

•        Create a safe and secure learning environment for staff and students

•        Promote an environment that maintains high expectations

•        Model moral and servant leadership

•        Value the input of others

•        Communicate openly, honestly, and effectively

•        Promote opportunities for collegiality

•        Seek what people need to be successful

•        Celebrate the accomplishments of others

•        Create strong connections between school, home, and community

•        Reflect on my actions and decisions to promote personal and professional     

         growth