Virginia Association of Secondary School Principals
Governor Honors Educators
VASSP president and executive director attended a reception honoring Innovative, Inspiring, and Excellent Educatorson Thursday, October 26, 2017, at The Executive Mansion - the Governor's official residence. The reception was hosted by Governor and Mrs. Terence R. McAuliffe. The Governor recognized outstanding educators and leaders, schools, divisions and community partners across five categories: closing the achievement gap, community partnerships and collaboration, innovation in education, preparing students for the new Virginia economy and supporting school readiness. Out of more than 120 nominations, 13 were selected for recognition and honored.
Among those recognized at the reception were Dr. Billy Cannaday, Jr., Dr. Stewart Roberson, and Dr. Steven Staples, who each received a personal proclamation from the Governor for their service to the Commonwealth.
Left to Right: Dr. Billy Cannaday, Jr., Dr. Stewart Roberson, Governor Terry McAuliffe and Dr. Steven Staples
Dr. Cannaday received the
VASSP Gavel of Authority award in 2016. Dr. Roberson was a VASSP officer and member of the board of directors in the 1980s, and Dr. Staples is the Department of Education's representative on the VASSP Board of Directors.
VASSP President Dr. Mark Makovec and
Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe
VASSP President Dr. Mark Makovec and Ms. Cheryl Jordan, president of the Virginia Association of Elementary School Principals
