2008 MESPA Division Leadership Achievement Award Recipients

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MESPA members selected 12 of their peers to receive the 2008 MESPA Division Leadership Achievement Award. This is an annual recognition with which principals honor their peers. Principals are responsible for a school’s instructional, school culture, and resource leadership. The award honors principals whose exemplary leadership and sustained efforts have made noteworthy contributions to the operation of effective school learning programs -- improving education, their communities, and their profession.

“These men and women are leaders in our profession and truly represent the very best in Minnesota public schools. They serve as role models and sources of inspiration to other principals and educators,” said P. Fred Storti, MESPA executive director. The awards were presented on February 7, 2008, at the association’s 53rd Institute, its annual statewide convention.

Pamela S. Becker, South Suburban Division

Rolf M. Carlsen, North Suburban Division

Paul E. Charest, East Suburban Division

Jean Clark, Central Division

Jim Litwin, St. Paul Division

Mari Lu Martens, Southwest Division

Anne Moyano, Western Division

Dave Nystuen, Southeast Division

Sharon K. Schultz, Northern Division

Joan Steffes-Franks, Minneapolis Division

Dr. Gail M. Swor, West Suburban Division

David J. Wangen, Northeast Division

Mission: The Minnesota Elementary School Principals' Association is dedicated to promoting and improving education for children and youth, strengthening the role as educational leader for elementary and middle level principals, and collaborating with partners in education to assist in achieving these goals.

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