How do you prepare for being evaluated by your principal?

My evaluating teacher described how other person being in the classroom normally does not bother him.  He explained that his principal would normally tell him when he is coming, so this would all him to inform the principal of what he will be teaching.  He will typically send the Principal the rubric and standards that will be covered in the lesson ahead of time.  He also explains that he likes to do fun lessons when the principal comes to observe. For instance for his last observation he dressed up as Grandma Moses for the day. It sort of brings a new element to the table.

I think that when it comes time for me to be observed by the principal I will definitely consider some of the things my cooperating teacher has done. I think that it is important to share with them what it is you will be doing in the classroom that day. So I think that sending him my lesson plans and rubrics, which contain the standards that are being met, are important for him to have.  This way they know what the intentions of the lesson are especially when they may not be familiar with the arts. That will give them the background they will need. I think in terms of preparation I would do something that I am comfortable with. For example I would probably not want to dress up in front of my principal because that is not something that suits my personality. I feel like it is a time to be professional and show them I am doing well and the students are learning.  So, I think the best thing I can do is just plan everything out like any other lesson and be prepared  because that will make the lesson run smoothly.