College Experiences That Helped a Principal at California High School Succeed
Jennifer, a high school principal, found success by actively exploring various interests during undergraduate studies in sociology and political science, taking "any opportunity that had something around education" and relevant electives. This exploration, coupled with the experiences gained, enhanced Jennifer's marketability and prepared the individual for a career in education.
Education, Career Exploration, Sociology, Political Science, Leadership
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Jennifer Movsessian
Principal
California High School
UCLA 2013
LMU- Masters in Elementary Education and CSUSM Masters in School Administration
Political Science, American Studies
Education
Education
Video Highlights
1. Explore different career interests before committing to one path.
2. Take electives related to your career interests, even if your major is different.
3. Gain experience in your field by participating in any related opportunities
Transcript
What did you do in undergrad that set you up for success in your career?
I was very involved as an undergraduate student. I wasn't sure if I wanted to be an educator, but I wanted to explore other options.
So, I took time to explore different areas that might interest me, and then I started becoming involved in the field. Any opportunity related to education, I took it.
I also took electives in educational law or anything I could connect to my undergraduate degrees, which are in sociology and political science, not education. But all of that prepared me to become an educator. It gives me experience and makes me a little more marketable.
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