For the next addition in our Faculty Profile series, we took our talents to Mr. P’s office to interview one of the most beloved faculty members.
EOTS - What are some of the advantages of an all boys high school?
Mr. P - Well our students don’t have to be a phony. They can be themselves because they don’t have to impress anyone and act differently around anyone.
EOTS - Okay so, what are some of the disadvantages?
Mr. P - In a coed environment, the students would dress nicer and have better hygiene and the girls would also ‘keep them well behaved.’
EOTS - What is your favorite part of being the principal of TABC?
Mr. P - The students, the daily interaction with them kind of keeps me young.
EOTS - Do you actually love soup up as much as you are said to like it?
Mr. P - I do like soup, yes, chicken soup without matzo balls or wantons or anything like that though.
EOTS - Why did we revert back to a 40-minute period schedule?
Mr. P - In order to gain an extra period and make scheduling smoother.
EOTS - What is your opinion on the grade dean program?
Mr. P - Well I haven’t really seen the results yet, but I’m hopeful it will be a helpful advantage.
EOTS - Are you ready for the Jerusalem marathon in March?
Mr. P - I’m getting ready. I’m expecting more students to join from TABC, like you…
EOTS - What are some of your hobbies?
Mr. P - Biking, but I have not been able to do it in a while.
EOTS - What do you do when you get home?
Mr. P - I eat dinner (usually chicken and soup) then do some work and go to sleep.
EOTS - What concerns do you have for the future of TABC?
Mr. P - Our ability to maintain the warmth between faculty and students in a growing environment.
EOTS - Why the switch to glasses?
Mr. P - I generally wear contacts, but I have switched to these glasses from Warby Parker.
EOTS - What motivates you to be the principal of TABC?
Mr. P - A paycheck every two weeks. Jokes jokes--my love of students.
EOTS - What changes do you want to implement within the next few years here in TABC?
Mr. P - I want Mordechai Glatter out, but Yitzy stays.
EOTS - Are the rumors true of you becoming a stand-up comedian?
Mr. P - No no, I’m not very funny.