Thank you Mr. Chiri!

By Trent Wilkerson, NLHS Technical Writing Student and Wrestler

Mark Chiri has been a long-time teacher and coach for the New London Community School District. In his 37 years at New London, he has accomplished many great things in the classroom and in the world of athletics. He has taken both baseball and wrestling teams to the state tournament, his highest team placement being second at the individual state wrestling tournament. He has also helped 111 kids reach the state tournament for wrestling along with having 10 state champions; he has had a storied career at New London. As Chiri always says, “it takes a village to raise a kid.” Thank you for being a huge part of our village here in New London! ... See MoreSee Less

Iowa Professional Leadership Award

The Professional Leadership Award is one of the highest honors that Iowa ASBO bestows upon its members. The awards are not just a measure of extraordinary deeds or a lengthy career – they are a recognition of those school business officials who, throughout their career and lifetime, have demonstrated excellence in service to their school district, communities and their profession.

Two awards are presented each year with award recipients receiving:

* A Scholarship to present to a graduating high school senior from the recipient’s school district - It is suggested that preference may be given to students entering an education or business course of study.

* A plaque for the recipient’s office

*Invitation to next Iowa ASBO Leadership Conference

* Reimbursement for registration/airfare/lodging up to a fixed amount to attend the next ASBO International Conference

Criteria considered in the selection process include:

* Leadership in the Schools – The candidate has gone above and beyond the call of duty to improve the learning conditions for students in their school system.

* Leadership in the Profession – The candidate has demonstrated commitment to improving the level of professionalism among school business officials through active participation in the Association and specifically as volunteer coordinator of the IASBO mentor program.

* Professional Development – The candidate has demonstrated a continuous interest in learning and in staying abreast of developments in the field of school business management.

* Leadership in the Community - The candidate has demonstrated an active interest in improving their community through participation in local events and serving as a positive role mode representing thJessica Loyd Boyer

Congratulations Jessica Loyd Boyer on a well deserved honor of recognition for your commitment to the school district, profession of school business officials and the community of New London. ... See MoreSee Less