“Although it is significant for the school and the community, I don’t want the focus to be on my gender ...
While becoming the first female principal to lead Whangarei Boys’ High School (WBHS) in its 134-year history is noteworthy, Karen Smith is hoping her gender is not the only thing she is recognised for in the Northland community.
“Although it is significant for the school and the community, I don’t want the focus to be on my gender ...