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 | | Greg Esala, principal of New York Mills Elementary, New York Mills |
Educational philosophy: “’We care.’ I continue to remind my staff and students that we are a school that cares about others. That is why we do what we do…because we care.”
Esala lists as his three most significant career accomplishments:
“After 9/11 our elementary school created a quilt to bring to a school close to ground zero. The entire school, every student, had a hand in making the quilt and a delegation from the school presented it in New York -- an unbelievable learning experience for us all.”
“We raised $125,000 for a new playground at the school, all done in less than nine months. Great community and parent support!”
“I have been involved/led many additions in curriculum including: early intervention in reading, math intervention, and new math and reading series.”
In nominating Esala, Jerry Hanson (principal, Detroit Lakes) said: “Greg’s professionalism as a principal and an educator is well known in our area. He is a role model for other principals and a “go-to guy” for many of us when we need help!”
Other recognitions: MESPA Western division treasurer for seven years; selected to officiate in the Minnesota State High School League football and baseball tournaments.
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