2006 National Distinguished Principal, Diane Moeller
(St. Paul, MN, May 16, 2006) – Diane M. Moeller, principal of Kennedy Elementary School in St. Joseph (St. Cloud School District ISD 742) and a member of the Minnesota Elementary School Principals’ Association, is Minnesota’s 2006 National Distinguished Principal (NDP).

Jean Clark, principal of Mississippi Heights Elementary School, Sauk Rapids and chair of the MESPA NDP selection committee, announced the award. “Diane is an incredible instructional leader and change agent,” stated Clark. “She listens to the needs of the community. She works to understand the culture of her building, and always does what is right for the students.”

For more information about the National Distinguished Principal award and photos of Diane and her students, click here.




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