Top 10 Things NAHS Should Know about Mr. Roth
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While students and faculty welcome in the new school year and the freshman, they also have the opportunity to welcome a new face: Norristown’s new principal Mr. Edward Roth. Fresh out of Upper Darby, Mr. Roth is replacing Mr. Jeff Smith, who served Town’s halls for a solid five years.
During one of his first days at NAHS, Mr. Roth gave an impressive 30-minute interview with NASDtv’s own Samantha Detweiler, a Norristown Senior. The in-depth interview was filled with everything from Roth’s childhood all the way to his goals for a better Norristown. So for those who don’t have a half-hour to spare, but want to be in the know, below are the Wingspan’s Top Ten facts to learn about Norristown’s new Head Eagle.
- Mr. Roth was previously a History teacher before entering administration.
- He started off as Assistant Principal and then promoted up to be Principal of Upper Darby High School.
- He had a passion to be a writer and even went to Temple for journalism but ultimately decided to take up a career in Education.
- He played Baseball in High School and coached the team at Upper Darby High School, and continues to be a baseball fanatic.
- Mr. Roth likes rap music.
- He has two daughters; Abby who is five years old and his two year old Avery; who he likes to call “the BEST kids in the world.” (No offense, of course).
- Mr. Roth loves to talk. Despite the fact that he was shy as a child, he says he “never shuts up now”.
- He loves to golf, but unfortunately, is not that great at it.
- He has a picture of Jackie Robinson, who he considers a hero, in his office.
- As a sports enthusiast, Mr. Roth likes to commonly use sports analogies.
If you would like more knowledge on Mr. Roth, the full interview is below.