Janet L. Simons
Principal
Acton-Agua Dulce Unified School District
Type of Business: School district
Major Products and Services: Education
Marketing Area: Local
Years in Position: 2
Years in Profession: 15
Day-to-Day Responsibilities: Managing an elementary school of 200 students and a staff of 45; Focusing on RTI intervention; Working with teachers; Spending time in the classroom; Giving direction; Observing and evaluating teachers for classified and certified staff; Handling any behavior issues that may arise; Meeting with parents; Attending board meetings; Making presentations to the board; Attending meetings on technology integration; Planning the curriculum; Making announcements, including reciting the pledge; Coordinating food drives
Expertise: Curriculum
Educational Background: Master's Degree in Education, University of La Verne (2002); Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, California Baptist University (1982)
Awards/Honors: Teacher of The Year Award (2004); Honorary Service Award, Parent-Teacher Association; Founder's Day Award
Philanthropy: Volunteer, Local Church; The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International
What do you attribute your success to? She attributes her success to being who she is and doing the right things for her students.
How did you get involved in your profession? She became involved in her profession because she has always wanted to be a teacher.
Where will you be in five years? In five years, Ms. Simons hopes to become an assistant superintendent of instruction.
Hobbies/Interests/Sports: Going to the movies; Quilting; Reading; Spending time with her children and granddaughter