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Sanders Learning Ropes At Benito

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By SARAH ROTHWELL

The Tampa Tribune

Published: August 13, 2008

NEW TAMPA - John Sanders will begin his first job as a principal this year at Benito Middle School.

Sanders began his education career in 1985 as a math teacher at Plant High School. In 1995, he was made an assistant principal at Turkey Creek Middle School. In 1997, he became an assistant principal at Young Middle School, where he served until his current appointment.

Q. What are you looking forward to most about this school year?

A. I'm looking forward to maintaining our status as an A school and improving, as well. I want the school to make adequate yearly progress in 100 percent of the areas this year.

Q. What are you looking forward to about being a principal for the first time?

A. I'm looking forward to getting to know the families in the community and being a part of Benito's rich history.

Q. Do you remember your first day on the job as an educator?

A. Yes. I was a bit nervous on my first day. I've grown to relax more. I've learned a great deal about the education profession. I can't say I knew everything on my first day or that I know everything now, but I've learned a lot. That's the great thing about education: Learning is part of every day, even for those of us running the business.

Q. What is the biggest change in education since you started?

A. Accountability with regard to testing and in other areas.

Q. What is your favorite food in the school cafeteria?

A. Chicken Tetrazzini. It's noodles and chicken with cheese and spices. It's really good.

Sarah Rothwell can be reached at (813) 865-4845 or

srothwell@tampatrib.com.

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