What is the Principal for a Day Program?

During the 2021 legislative session, House Concurrent Resolution 25 passed unanimously, affirming the General Assembly's endorsement of civic education. It designated the third week in September as the official start of America's Legislators Back to School Program and encouraged legislators to take part in the "Principal for a Day" (PFAD) initiative.

The PFAD program offers legislators a firsthand look at Kentucky schools while fostering stronger partnerships between policymakers and public education. To maximize this experience and gain genuine insight into a typical school day, we encourage participants to immerse themselves as much as possible in the role of Principal for a Day. More than just a routine school visit, this program provides a deeper understanding of daily operations and the challenges administrators navigate every day.

Who Can Participate
Although the resolution was passed by state legislators in the Kentucky General Assembly, any locally elected official is welcome to participate. (i.e., state/federal legislators, mayors, county judges, supreme court justices, etc.)

Need Help Scheduling a Visit?
Complete this quick request form or call (800) 928-5272 or email Bob Rowland (bob@kasa.org)
 

 


Watch the video to hear from Rep. Steven Rudy about his Principal for a Day visit at Ballard Memorial High School. 

 

PFAD Toolkit Items


Take a look at some of the previous years PFAD visits: 2021    2022    2023   2024
 


Contact Your Legislators

Follow-Up After PFAD Visit
Once your visits are scheduled, please share the information with KASA so that we may collect data on the program. You can easily share the information with us at this link or email Taylor McCane

 
Ballard Memorial High School Principal Adams talks about his experience with Principal for a Day   Representative Rudy talks about his experience with Principal for a Day

"The Principal for a Day program was designed to give legislators a first-hand look at what is going on in Kentucky schools and to build stronger partnerships between legislators and public education," said Representative Steve Riley. "We want the PFAD program to be a meaningful experience for legislators to experience the challenges and sometimes difficult responsibilities of school leadership."