Get to Know Principal Amy Fadorsen

October is National Principals Month! To celebrate, we’re sharing short Q&As with each of our principals—giving you a glimpse into their leadership style, favorite parts of school life, and what drives their #PHMExcellence every day.

If you could swap places with a student for one day, what class or activity would you be most excited to participate in — and why?

I would spend the day in kindergarten because there is so much movement and activity.

What’s your go-to morning routine (or must-have snack/coffee order) that helps you tackle the day?

Fat Free Vanilla latte

What were you like as a middle or high school student — and what’s one piece of advice you’d give your younger self?

I would tell my younger self not to worry so much.

If your job as a principal had a theme song, what song would be your walk up song–the one playing when you walked into school each day?

Roar

What was your favorite school lunch or snack when you were a student? What is your favorite school lunch now as a principal?

Hamburger gravy and mashed potatoes. Kids called it gravy train. But I loved it.

What’s one fun fact about you that most students or staff don’t know?

I ran a half marathon a couple weeks ago for the first time on my birthday.

Do you have any hidden talents or hobbies outside of school that might surprise people?

No

What’s one thing on your bucket list you still hope to do one day?

Visit Paris

What’s your favorite school tradition or event?

Welcome Back Night

If you could describe your school in one word, what would it be?

Welcoming