Education Administration? And how do I get there?

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<p>I don’t know if this is in the right forum…</p>

<p>I’m a new member, a junior in high school – although I’ve been reading things here for a really long time. I was inspired :) to take a hard look at the path I am taking towards college. But I ran into a problem.</p>

<p>Up until this point I was set on a career in theatre, and many of my ECs and summer events have been geared toward this career path. However, reality kinda set in, theatre is a VERY competitive major. I also discovered a strong passion about the state of education. (I loved the movie ‘Waiting for Superman’, I agree a lot of Michelle Rhee based on my knowledge of her, and my brother is autistic and my mom and I discuss school board stuff) I was considering a major in Education Administration, but is that the best career path? What extra curriculars should I take junior and senior year? Will only two years of that look shallow to colleges, as it’s a newfound passion? </p>

<p>Just very worried about college and asking for help, I love this site. :P</p>

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<p>I’m a lot like you! I want to open my school eventually (I loved Waiting for Superman too). As I see it now, I’m going to teach for 5 to 10 years and get my masters/phd in education. Then work as a Principal for 5-ish years. After that then I’ll open my school.</p>

<p>I definitely suggest getting involved in your school’s FEA. If you don’t have one- start one! It gives me an opportunity to visit classrooms often. I know you want to go into Administration, but the more experience you have around education the better. Try to find other education ways to get involved: teach Sunday School, work as camp counselor… since you like theatre maybe you could work with kids in theatre or start your own day camp. You can always explain to colleges (maybe in your essay or as a supplement) how you found your new love for education and they will be happy to see that so don’t stress.</p>

<p>And as for if it your correct career- just follow your heart. If you are truly passionate about it, you will find you way with grace.</p>

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<p>Most school administrators that I know worked as teachers for several years and then they get their principal certification through the masters degree.</p>