I had the privilege of sitting down with our new Senior high principal here at the New Castle, Mr. VanEmen. I hope you enjoy getting to know him!

Where were you born? 

• New Castle, PA in 1984

Where did you go to college?

• I went to Slippery Rock for my teaching degree and I went to Duquesne for my administrative degree.

What degree do you have?

• Elementary and Educational leadership

How has being principal been so far?

• It has been the best job so far and it is full of opportunities. The kids are very interested in learning. This by far has been my favorite job. 

What is a challenge you face being a principal?

• I want to grow this school academically and in attendance, that is where I am starting right now. Also, my wife and I are expecting our 6th child so we will see what life holds here personally as well. 

What made you want to be a school principal?

• When I was a teacher in a classroom I had ideas that I wanted to share with teachers and I wanted that leadership role, to help lead a school. 

How do you manage your own time?

• First, I make sure everything at work is managed and then I make sure everything at home is managed. It is sometimes a difficult task, but when everything is taken care of, it all works out. I like to play guitar in my free time. I also play in a band. Another activity I like to do is fly fish. 

Thank you to Mr. VanEman for taking the time to interview and we hope you have a great rest of the year. Thanks again for reading Canes!