2010 National Distinguished Principal, Sandy Nelson

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Sanford Nelson, 2010 National Distinguished Principal

Sanford Nelson, principal of Rossman Elementary School in the Detroit Lakes School District (Minnesota ISD #0022), and a member of the Minnesota Elementary School Principals’ Association (MESPA), is Minnesota’s 2010 National Distinguished Principal (NDP). This marks the 27th year the U.S. Department of Education and the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) have presented the prestigious award, which has corporate sponsorship from VALIC.

“The opportunity to work as an elementary principal over the past 20 years has been my great privilege and honor, “ said Nelson. “During this time, I have been able to learn from many outstanding colleagues and use their leadership expertise to enhance my own knowledge and skills needed to be a quality principal. These attributes have allowed me to remain effective in my job and to move my school forward in achieving our mission and goals, but most importantly to create an environment that recognizes the best in all children and the adults who support them.”

For more details on Nelson and the NDP award, visit MESPA Honors.

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