Monday, May 12, 2008

GBOC Teacher Anne Blair Named National Association of Special Education Teachers' Outstanding Special Education Teacher

District 225 joins Doug Strong, the Instructional Supervisor of our Off Campus Program, in being thrilled to announce that GBOC teacher, Anne Blair is the 2007-2008 winner of the Outstanding Special Education Teacher Award from the National Association of Special Education Teachers!

This award is bestowed on special education teachers who have demonstrated outstanding achievement as a teacher in the field of special education. It recognizes and rewards the special skills and excellence of special education teachers throughout the United States.

Candidates are judged based upon the following criteria:

  • Teaching
  • Curriculum Development
  • Engagements with Students in Educational Activities (outside of classroom)
  • Other Demonstrations of Quality Teaching
  • Relationships with Students, Parents, Colleagues, Administrators, etc.
  • Teaching Honors, Awards, or Recognition
  • Teaching Innovations
  • Service (outside of classroom)
  • Community Service
  • Other Areas of Service
    Service Honors, Awards, or Recognition
  • Service to Professional Organizations
  • Service within School District
    Professional Activities
  • Awards and/or Certifications
  • Membership/Participation in Professional Organizations
  • Other Contributions to the Profession
  • Professional Development and/or Continued Education Publication
  • Research

Congratulations Ms. Blair.