The principal/Principal of my school is Mr Kwek.

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Tan Elaine

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The principal/Principal of my school is Mr Kwek.

Our students are taught to use capital for 'principal'. Do native speakers also use the capitalised version.

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I am not a teacher.

I certainly wouldn't capitalise it.
 

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Nor would I in most contexts. He might have a sign on the door of his office saying "Mr Kwek Principal", though.
 

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If "principal" is used as part of his name, I would capitalize it. At two o'clock, we will meet with Principal Kwek.
 
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