Palatine principal among finalists for Golden Apple leadership award
Martin DaCosta
Updated 3/2/2021 7:49 PM
Creating an inclusive school climate begins with giving students a voice in decision-making, says Martin DaCosta, principal of Winston Campus Junior High School in Palatine.
DaCosta's students are among the most diverse within Palatine Township Elementary District 15 -- the state's second-largest elementary district -- where DaCosta is the only nonwhite principal. He values the importance of cultural relevance in teaching and creating an environment that is welcoming and inspirational for all students.
"When it comes to leadership, one of the things that I aspire to be every single day is a servant leader," DaCosta said.