The Warner Way: The 50 Year Legacy of Principal Wayne Warner

Wayne Warner is the longest serving high principal in the United States, and in 2023 (when this film was in production) was serving in his 50th year as principal of Chalmette High School. With strength and patience, respect and love, Warner has guided his students through the aftermath of the Vietnam war, desegregation, the resignation of a president, the terrorist strike on 911, “Shock and Awe”, the phenomenon of mobile phones in the hands of every student and the rise of social media.
From blackboards to iPads, from the nightmare of Katrina to the stark reality of Covid, from the transformation of an all-boy’s high school to a co-ed student body, and everything in between, this high school principal has seen it all! For more than a half century, Warner has impacted the lives of thousands of students, their families and their children.
And the legacy continues.
WLAE-TV and LAE Productions pays tribute to this humble leader who has earned the respect and admiration of teachers, administrators, students and the community he calls home. This documentary will help cement Principal Warner’s legacy for future generations and for all who love and honor him.
Warner’s impact is, without question, immeasurable and far-reaching. WLAE-TV is proud to tell his story. Please partner with us as we interview current and former faculty members, parents, students, administrators, friends and, of course, Wayne Warner himself.
“The choices you make today shape your world tomorrow.” - Wayne Warner
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What an amazing journey to say the least. A true legend and proud to have been a part of something so special.

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