Use this planner to prepare interview questions for our principal’s career day visit, take notes during the talk, and reflect afterward on what you learned.
What do you think a principal does?
Pick 1–2 questions you want to ask. You can use the sentence starters below.
Question starters (choose 1–2):
What is your favorite part about your job?
How did you decide you wanted to become a principal?
What advice would you give someone who wants to become a principal?
What does a typical day look like for you?
What is the hardest part of being a principal?
What skills do you use most (like listening, problem-solving, teamwork)?
Write short notes that help you remember what the principal said.
Think about what you learned and how it connects to your own goals.
K–2 supports:
Ask your teacher to read the questions aloud.
You can answer with a few words.
Grades 3–5 supports:
Use sentence frames like: “I learned that a principal ____.”
Grades 6–8 supports:
Add one example from what the principal said.
Grades 9–12 extension:
Add a note about training/education, leadership skills, and what steps someone could take next.
Which questions are strong choices to ask a principal during career day? (Select 2)
After the visit: Reflect
What did you learn about what a principal does each day? Include 1 specific detail you heard. Then write 1 skill you think a principal needs and why.
Write 1 question you want to ask the principal. (Write it as a complete question.)
Favorite part of the job (what they enjoy most):
How they became a principal (path/training/experience):
One surprising or interesting thing you learned:
Advice they would give students who might want this job:
Match the principal responsibility to why it matters at school.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
|---|---|---|
Works with families | arrow_right_alt | Improves learning for students |
Supports teachers | arrow_right_alt | Keeps everyone safe |
Solves problems | arrow_right_alt | Builds trust and communication |
Handles school safety | arrow_right_alt | Helps school run smoothly |
How ready did you feel to participate in the interview today?
Optional (especially for grades 9–12): Based on what you learned, what is one next step someone could take in high school or after high school if they wanted to become a principal?