A Day in the Life of... a principal
Hello listeners! In this episode, I interviewed Joseph Claps who is the principal of Dolan Middle School in Stamford CT. Joseph Claps is a dedicated educator and lifelong Stamford resident who is deeply committed to his community. With 22 years in Stamford Public Schools (SPS), Mr. Claps's journey in education reflects his passion for fostering growth and excellence in students. His educational path began at Roxbury Elementary School, where he spent six years as a 5th-grade teacher. Transitioning to Cloonan Middle School, he served as both a math teacher and administrator for another six years. Mr. Claps's dedication to education continued to flourish as he spent eight years as the assistant principal at Julia A. Stark Elementary School, where he played a pivotal role in shaping school culture and student success. Currently, in his second year as the principal of Dolan Middle School, he strives to create a nurturing and inspiring learning environment for all students. He holds a bachelor's degree from UCONN and master's degrees from Sacred Heart University and the University of Bridgeport. Outside of education, he finds joy in family life with his wife Christina, and their three children, all of whom attend school in SPS. They share their home with their beloved dog, Penny. As an avid sports fan, Mr. Claps coaches youth baseball and football teams. He also enjoys exploring new restaurants and foods but takes delight in cooking at home too. Thanks for listening and if you like this podcast, be sure to spread the word! - Aarna Note: There was a lot of background noise and interruptions so sorry about the audio quality of this episode!
