By Morgan Taylor – Editor-In-Chief

As a new year at Jonathan Law High School starts, principal Mr. Thompson answered some questions about his goals for the year and gave advice to the students at Law. He also explained what it really means to be a “Lawmazing” student in his conversation with The Advocate Editor-In-Chief Morgan Taylor.

Morgan Taylor: What are your goals for this school year?

Fran Thompson: My goal is to be in every classroom, as often as possible, in order to support the good work of our teachers in their instruction so that every student, every day, will have the best high school experience.

MT: What is your advice to the Class of 2022?

FT: As I told them at our class meeting – be patient. You will not only get used to high school but you will also find out what a very special place Jonathan Law is! Also, be kind. Our school is a family, a community. We must take care of each other so we can all succeed.

MT: What is your advice to the Class of 2019?

FT: Remember the love and support the staff has for you. We are excited to help you prepare for the next chapter in your journey. Don’t forget to enjoy your senior year. These memories will last a lifetime.

MT: Are there any new things you are excited about for this school year?

FT: In addition to welcoming some wonderful, dedicated new staff, we are really focusing on instruction this year. Our goal is always to deliver the best teaching to all of our students. This year, I am honored and excited to work with the faculty to continue to improve our practices in the classroom so every student, every day will be engaged and challenged and reach his/her potential.

MT: How was your summer?

FT: It was awesome! I went to the Dominican Republic…twice! I also spent time with Mrs. Drew and her family in South Carolina. It was a great summer surrounded by so many good people and good things. I am ready for a great year!

MT: What makes a “Lawmazing” student?

FT: Oh that’s an easy one! If you care about our community and those around you, if you work hard to achieve your goals and help others around you do the same, if you are kind and dedicated to making our community a better place – than you’ve got what it takes to be Lawmazing!

MT: How are you going to make this school year the best it can be?

FT: I’m going to work hard every day to make Jonathan Law the best place it can be for every student, every day. I ask everyone reading this to ask themselves the same question. For only if we work together, to support each other and our community in a kind and caring manner, will Jonathan Law be the best place it can be. I know we will and that’s why I know we are in for a truly Lawmazing year!