Bettie Nolan began her career in public health administration as a high school nurse in Boston Public Schools. After witnessing the challenging experiences of many adolescents, particularly pregnant teens, she concluded that access to better educational opportunities could support better life choices. As a result, she decided to become a school administrator in the hope that she could improve the quality of education for youth. Nolan’s decision led her down a path that she describes as “phenomenal.” She applied and was accepted to Boston Public Schools’ Principal Fellowship program, which prepares and supports the continued development of the district‘s aspiring and novice school leaders. Nolan’s sentiment echoes that of other fellowship alumni who laud the direct route into school administration that the district’s programs provide.