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By Rain S.
This issue of the Horn features a new recurring column called “Hear it on the Horn”. This column is inspired by a parlor game questionnaire popularized by French writer Marcel Proust. The “Proust Questionnaire” is also a feature of Vanity Fair magazine. Each issue of the Horn will pose 15 personality questions to a member of the David T. Howard Middle School faculty, student or staff.
Our first interviewee is none other than Ms. Joy Antone, Interim Principal at David T. Howard Middle School.
Joy Antone, Principal
David T. Howard Middle School
Which talent would you most like to have? I think we all like to test our voices in the shower from time to time! Music is a universal language and I would love to have a beautiful singing voice that moves people.
Which living person do you most admire? I admire the Vice President of the United States, Mrs. Kamala Harris. She is the first woman, the first Black person and the first Asian American to hold the nation’s second-highest office. She has given hope to many as they set goals and push hard towards their dreams and aspirations.
What is your most marked characteristic? According to feedback from many of my supervisors and those whom I have worked with for years, one particular characteristic that has been mentioned repeatedly was that of always showing professionalism.
What is your favorite Occupation? My favorite occupation is being an educator. I enjoy coaching teachers to be their best and having an impact on student success!
Who are your heroes in real life? Although my father is no longer living, I cannot overlook the fact that he is my real life hero. He was a middle school teacher. Growing up as a child, I had to share him with many students because he was a natural mentor and made sure that all students had what they needed. My father gave everything he had to his students and adults in need. Oftentimes, my mother had to remind him that he had four kids at home to provide for. He is my hero.
What is the quality you most like in a person? The quality that I like most in a person is looking at the bright side of things and being optimistic. This characteristic often leads to seeking solutions and most importantly, it is contagious!
What quality do you most dislike in a person? I dislike when there are practices in place that do not promote equity. It is important that we intentionally think through our decisions and practices in education in order to ensure that we provide all students with what is needed in order to achieve success.
Which words or phrases do you most overuse? I overuse the word “awesome” when celebrating others.
Where would you most like to live? I would love to live on a tropical island where the weather is always nice!
What is your most treasured possession? My most treasured possessions are my kids. I have two boys and one young lady. My youngest child (son) is four years old and my oldest child (daughter) is twenty-six years old.
Who are your favorite writers? My favorite writers are Maya Angelou and Alice Walker.
Who is your hero of fiction? Wonder Woman and Storm are my heroes because they are powerful and smart.
Which historical figure do you most identify with? Dr. Jean Childs Young.
What is your motto? My motto is don’t just go through experiences. Grow through experiences!
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