I believe that excellence in education is aided by creating a learning environment in which all stakeholders are supported in maximizing their potential and talents. The first century poet Virgil said, “They are able because they think they are able.” This is a basic tenet of my philosophy of education. I believe in demonstrating care and commitment to academic excellence in a secure and safe environment. My first consideration is always what is in the best interest of the students. My goal is to promote academic excellence and continuous school improvement. I am a visionary leader, dedicated to total school improvement. I believe in leading the school community to embrace sound pedagogical change. I see the role of the principal as providing the leadership necessary for the school to educate all students to meet or exceed the provincial academic standards. Education needs to focus on personalized learning and instruction, while promoting an education system that is equitable, universally accessible, and meeting the needs of all students. It is not a case of “one-size-fits-all.” Education needs to be tailored to the individual student. The achievement of students should be of paramount importance in a successful learning organization. I believe in holding high expectations for students and staff, and in acknowledging those achievements. I work to ensure that curriculum, instructional strategies, and integrated technologies are designed to enable students to learn. It is important to secure teachers committed to critical reflection and coach them to excel. Every child is unique, calling from us imaginative and engaged pedagogy. The utilization of data to measure our success and ascertain changes is imperative to improving student achievement. The importance of obtaining and analyzing data is often overlooked but is so critical to tailoring education for improved student achievement. Education is a continuous and fascinating journey, not a destination. I strive to provide the leadership that will enable all stakeholders to realize the benefits of the journey. By working together, let us produce a learning environment that is exciting, innovative, and creative for our students, equipping them to face the challenges of the 21st Century.