As Clinton High School students get back into the normal routine of their daily schedules, their new Principal has some things for them to focus on as they embark on a new school year.

Dr. Candice Swift explains she wants to focus on mutual respect from both a student's perspective, but also the teachers, coaches and other faculty members. She explains showing each other respect is something she wants to focus on because she feels it's their responsibility as educators to raise respectful kids who become respectful members of society.

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Dr. Swift explains sometimes students or parents may perceive her Doctorate title as unapproachable. She hopes that her title does not deter anyone coming to her and expressing concerns or whatever the case may be. She hopes to be as approachable as possible.

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Dr. Swift held an assembly to address the students on these expectations. Before school began last week, she also gathered her teachers and coaches to inform them of her plans.

Clinton students began classes last Wednesday.