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William Fritcher
Teutopolis 50
“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.
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Dr. Jonathan Heerboth
West Prairie CU 103
“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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