New Headmaster/Headmistress at Hogwarts in Book 7? new heads of the houses?

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Kathrin P wrote:
> I checked all the messages ever since HBP was released and didn't 
> find a discussion about the Headmaster/Headmistress in Book 7.
> 
> McGonagall is Headmistress in HBP after DD died (:-( ), but is she 
> the new Headmistress in general or only an interim headmistress? 

SSSusan:
You know, I don't think that we have had a whole lot of discussion of 
this topic... which now that I stop and think about it surprises me 
some.  I guess we've... erm... tended to be a little tied up with 
SNAPE threads and horcrux threads 'round here. ;-)

In the spirit of latching on to something that's NOT wholly Snape-
related, I'm responding to this post.


Kathrin P.:
> Despite the fact that she was Deputy Headmistressback when DD was 
> Headmaster, that doesn't mean she is the new Headmistress right 
> away. Maybe she just does the job until the MoM finds a new (more 
> suitable - for them?) person for this job?

SSSusan:
I guess I have been going on the assumption that McGonagall would 
retain the position, but I think you're right that that *would* have 
to be affirmed/confirmed at some point for her to remain the 
Headmistress.  My thought is that it would be the Hogwarts Board of 
Governors which would have the final say, though of course the MoM 
did get involved in Harry's 5th year.  That was under Fudge, though, 
and I'm not sure we know what to expect from Scrimgeour in the way of 
getting involved/taking control of Hogwarts.

My best guess is that it *will* be McGonagall, but if Scrimgeour has 
A Plan of any sort, it could well be someone else.


Kathrin P.:
> Just a thought... After all, she is the the head of Gryffindor. Who 
> will take over in her place?

SSSusan:
Well, Hagrid is a Gryffindor, of course, but I couldn't quite imagine 
him giving up his hut and closeness to all the animals & forest, as 
would be required if he became HoH.  I'm not sure the Bd. of 
Governors would ever approve such an appointment, either, if their 
control reaches down to that level.

Truthfully, I'm thinking bringing in one of the Weasleys.  Molly, 
perhaps?  Since all her children are there or out on their own, it'd 
be easier for her to do.  Bill, if he's recovered enough?  Charlie, 
except that his area of expertise would probably be CoMC, and that's 
still covered by Hagrid.  LOL -- how 'bout Percy? 


Kathrin P.:
> Madame Trelawney? Gosh, I hope not! She seems more like a Ravenclaw 
> to me...

SSSusan:
I definitely don't see her either as a Gryffindor or as HoH 
material.  With her drinking issues and her tendency to rant & fall 
to pieces, she doesn't seem steady enough.  (BTW, I imagine her a 
Hufflepuff more than a Ravenclaw, though that's beside the point, of 
course. :-))


Kathrin P.:
> And now that Snape is no longer at Hogwarts, there also has to be a 
> new head of Slytherin, right? I just can't find anyone suitable for 
> Slytherin, as I have the feeling the head of house has to be 
> someone who fits in with the characteristics of each house... Any 
> ideas? Well, maybe Professor Sinistra, after all, her name sounds a 
> lot like the word sinister...

SSSusan:
Well, I suppose it depends upon whether Sluggy sticks around.  If he 
can be convinced by Minerva or someone else to stay in the Potions 
position, he might be tapped to take over Slytherin once more.  
 

Kathrin P.: 
> But back to the position of Headmaster/Headmistress...
> I really wonder if McGonagall is the Headmistress for the next
> years/decades. But if not, who will take that place?
> Could DUMBridge come back? <snip>  What about Fudge? <snip>

SSSusan:
I can't imagine either Umbridge or Fudge being willing to take the 
position.  Nope, I'm thinking McGonagall or someone new.

In fact, if what JKR told us at the end of HBP is true -- that Harry 
WON'T be back at Hogwarts for a 7th year -- and if Ron & Hermione's 
comments about sticking with him mean that they might also bypass 
their 7th years, then I'm thinking these personnel issues (DADA, 
potions, Slytherin & Gryffindor HoHs) might be "handled" by some 
brief mention of new characters, with maybe a Weasley or two thrown 
into the mix, because we won't be seeing much of Hogwarts.

If Ron & Hermione *are* back at Hogwarts for 7th year, then I guess I 
think that at least one of those positions will be taken over by 
a "Name Player"... but I'm still betting on McGonagall to retain the 
Headmistress spot.

Siriusly Snapey Susan