Principal LaMotte is a great role model
A teen describes how one os his role models is his high school principal.
“Every February for Black History Month we learn about the same historical people. You know who I’m talking about—Harriet Tubman, Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X. Don’t get me wrong. I’m not saying that they should be forgotten for their courageous efforts on behalf of African Americans. I’m just saying that since this is the 90’s, we need to add some to this list.
In the early 50’s and late 60’s our parents’ role models were Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., sport heroes Muhammed Ali, Willie Mays, Julius Erving, O.J. Simpson and Jesse Owens. Maybe we should add such prominent figures as Rev. Jesse Jackson, Mike Tyson, Ken Griffey Jr., Michael Jordan, Jerry Rice and Michael Johnson.
Someone I admire is my principal, Marguerite LaMotte of George Washington Preparatory. Ms. LaMotte has been a positive role model for Washington Prep and the inner-city for years as an educator. Known at the Prep for her proud, tall presence and stature, Ms. LaMotte preaches and teaches that education must be a priority for inner-city children. The Prep is her stomping ground where she regularly patrols the campus, making sure everyone has their shirt tails tucked in and that they are in class regularly to receive an education from their educators.
Along with her duties as a principal, Ms. LaMotte continues to be an avid supporter and fan of the Washington Generals. Always in attendance at sporting events and club activities, she spreads wonderful cheer among her students for a job well done.
I remember the Prep pep talks she gives during homeroom. Instead of complaining about the troubles that she encounters each day she talks about the good work we have done so far. She stresses that we must continue to uplift ourselves from the negativity that surrounds us and stay focused and positive. Although her presence is felt in many different ways, it’s a pleasure to see her in the halls of the Prep, wearing the blue and white school uniform, a walkie-talkie in her hand and a warm smile on her face.”