Herbert O’Neil
Learner | Leader | Innovator
Herbert iS The superintendenT of Schools for hempstead isd.
“Leading with Purpose: Transforming Learning, Inspiring Minds.”
Life School Principal Search
Life High School-Waxahachie is moving to a brand new 125,000 square foot building for the 2015-2016 school year. This comprehensive high school will serve grades 9-12. The school will open with 750...
Job Interview Advice for Teachers
I was fortunate to do a podcast with Jennifer Gonzalez @cultofpedagogy with the "Cult of Pedagogy." Jennifer interviewed several school administrators about what they look for when hiring teachers....
Thank You Corsicana–From the Lost Files!
As I sit on my final night of an amazing vacation I wanted to take time to thank the people of Corsicana for allowing me to serve as principal for the past 6 years. I still remember my first day as...
Hugs, Handshakes, and High Fives!
I have said it once, and I will boldly say it again here. Being a principal has to be one of the toughest jobs in education. Of course this is my own opinion, and it's my website, so I can pretty...
How It Should be Done!
This morning I had the opportunity to hang out with students from Life School-Red Oak Secondary. It was a great experience! I was fortunate to hang out with an Engineering class. I will tell you...
Principal as Thinking Leader
I always read things about the role of the principal and the term instructional leader being thrown around. Of course I believe and know that the principal is the instructional leader of the...
I Had to Wait!
It's been a while since I wrote in this space, and I think today is a great time to do so. I had a great time yesterday with our Life Leadership Academy. They are a great group of...
Ready to Lead: An Entry Guide for Principals