LM May 2016

William Fritcher Teutopolis 50

Wabash Valley

“I am honored to be chosen to represent the Wabash Valley Region,” said Fritcher, who has been an educator for 26 years, serving as teacher and administrator before becoming superintendent of the Teutopolis district in 2010. “There are so many deserving superintendents in our area. I feel like I do what many superintendents in our area do – go to work every day trying to do what is best for the students in our respective districts.”

Those nominating Fritcher noted that the district continues to maintain financial stability through turbulent times and cuts by the state, and has

improved communication through social media and the establishment of a district newsletter. In addition, the district has completed a plan to implement a 1:1 technology program and is in the middle of a goal-setting/ strategic planning process involving the school board and stakeholder groups.

Dr. Jonathan Heerboth West Prairie CU 103

Western

“I am honored to receive this award,” said Heerboth, who has been an educator for 37 years, serving as teacher and administrator before becoming superintendent of the West Prairie district in 2006. “It has been a great privilege to serve our school board and the students of our school district. This recognition from my colleagues in the Western Region means a great deal to me and I humbly thank them for it.”

Those nominating Heerboth noted that the district has completed a successful implementation of 1:1 technology in grades 5-12. In addition, the district has received 11 state honor roll awards, with each of the four schools receiving at least one. The West Prairie Board of Education is a leader in working to forge relationships with neighboring school districts.

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