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NAUTILUS MIDDLE SCHOOL'S ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL RECEIVES STATEWIDE AWARD

Contact: Dr. Henry C. Fraind
305-995-1206

February 4, 2000


Rosann Sidener, Assistant Principal of Nautilus Middle School, was selected as Florida's Assistant Principal of the Year 2000. The award, co-sponsored by the National Association of Secondary School Principals and the McDonald's Corporation, recognizes Dr. Sidener's greatest accomplishments to be the improved school climate that encourages students to excel, and increased student achievement as indicated by test scores.

The Assistant Principal of the Year award is presented to one outstanding secondary school assistant principal in each state who has succeeded in providing high quality learning opportunities for students, demonstrated excellent leadership, and served their community.

Among her accomplishments at Nautilus Middle School, Dr. Sidener has instituted a school volunteer program, designed a student-at-risk program to develop reading skills and character, added advanced electives to the curriculum, and pioneered the use of technology to enhance parent-teacher communication. She focuses on student achievement and shares her vision for success with everyone at the school. Dr. Sidener also was commended for working with Nautilus teachers to ensure success for all students through teamwork within the school and the community.

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