LM December 2015

IASA News in Brief

Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville inducts Warfield into Hall of Fame

Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville honored eight remarkable graduates at the 2015 SIUE Alumni Hall of Fame ceremony in October. These alumni have achieved exploits in their respective fields, are role models and are testament to SIUE’s educational excellence. Dr. Walter Warfield, former IASA Executive Director, is currently a scholar in residence in the College of Education and Human Services at the University of Illinois-Springfield. At the age of 26, he assumed the position of principal of Mason City High School and eventually rose to serve as executive director of the Illinois Association of School Administrators (IASA). Among his numerous endeavors, Warfield served as state president of the IASA,

IN MEMORIAM It is sadness that we inform you that Dr. Daniel J. James, retired member of IASA passed away on September 10. Also, Dr. G. Allan Gogo passed away November 16. He served as Superintendent in Lake Park, District 108 from 1977-1985. national president of the Horace Mann League and Association of State Executives, and an affiliate of the American Association of School Administrators. Warfield is vocal in his support for the American public school system. “Looking back at all the recognition I’ve received, this is a capstone to my career,” Warfield said. “Professors told me that once I had my degree, it was time to go help others. They said that if I helped teachers and students, my career would prosper, and it did.”

ISDLAF+ November 2015 Update

IHSA’s Hickman presented with award of appreciation Dr. Marty Hickman is retiring as

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Executive Director of the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) and IASA presented him with an award of appreciation for his years of service. Dr. Hickman will retire January 15, 2016. He has been executive director of IHSA since 2001.

Dr. Jane Westerhold, Dr. Marty Hickman and Dr. Brent Clark following the award presentation.

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