IAPSS

Indiana was well represented at the 2010 AASA National Conference on Education in Phoenix Arizona. Approximately 80 Hoosier superintendents attended. I was glad see many of you at the Indiana breakfast on Saturday, February 13 as well as in the meeting rooms and hallways of the convention center.

I heard from many of you who were challenged by sessions presented by Malcomb Gladwell, Geoffrey Canada, and Diane Ravitch, among others. Overall, the most common comment was that this year was one of the strongest AASA Conferences in some time.

It was also great to have two of our own recognized at the general session on February 11. Terry Thompson, superintendent of the MSD of Wayne Township was honored as Indiana’s Superintendent of the Year, and Eugene White, superintendent of Indianapolis Schools, received the 2010 VH1 Save the Music Award.

Indiana superintendents are known for their contributions to education both at the state and national levels. Congratulations to all of you for your hard work on behalf of the children of Indiana!

John

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• Dr. John Draper's Crucial Conversations

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