MSLBD: Midwest Symposium for Leadership in Behavior Disorders

Awards 2007

The Outstanding Educator Award recognizes outstanding achievement and excellence in classroom service to students with behavior disorders. Cathy C. Sheridan, Santa Fe Elementary School, Shawnee Mission Public Schools, Overland Park, Kansas, was the 2007 recipient of the Outstanding Educator Award. Ms. Sheridan was presented with a plaque that read -

In recognition of Cathy's excellence in teaching students with behavior disorders, her advocacy for students and families, and the innovative programs she creates for children in her classroom.

The Outstanding Leadership Award recognizes outstanding service and leadership to the field of behavioral disorders on a national level. Robert H. Zabel, Professor Emeritus, Kansas State University, was the 2007 recipient of the Outstanding Leadership Award. Dr. Zabel's plaque included -

If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, laugh more, do more and become more, you are a leader.

The Outstanding Advocacy Award recognizes outstanding advocacy on behalf of students with behavioral disorders. Kari Ramos, Parent Advocate Topeka, Kansas, was the 2007 recipient of the Outstanding Advocacy Award. Mrs. Ramos was honored -

For her tireless efforts and dedication to families and children with disabilities.

The Building Bridges: Seeds for Program Development Grant is given to support activities and programs to improve educational programs for student with behavioral disorders. Christina Kennedy, Educational Director, and DaShaunda Patterson, Teacher, of Hillside Conant School, Atlanta, Georgia, were the 2007 recipients of the Building Bridges Grant.

Also recognized at the 2007 Awards Banquet were former members of the MSLBD Planning Committee. These individuals were recognized for their for longstanding service and contributions.

Bill Boomer
Linda Edwards
Sharon Huntze
Lonny Morrow
Mike Pullis
Robert Zabel

View the 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005 and 2004 MSLBD Award Recipients.
View a complete listing of past MSLBD Award recipients.

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