Michigan Association of School Administrators awarded its 2008 Regional Champion for Children Award to Stephen Hyer, president of Clarkston Board of Education.
“I don’t know what to say ? thank you very much,” Hyer said at the June 9 award presentation. “It’s my privilege to represent Clarkston schools and public education across the state.”
Hyer’s nominations praised his service to Clarkston Community Schools as board member, mentor, and advocate for education.
“Steve demonstrates commitment to public education in the county and state, and certainly in Clarkston Community Schools,” said Joan Sergent, executive director of the Tri-County Alliance for Public Education, representing Oakland, Wayne, and Macomb counties.
Hyer was also recognized for volunteering as mentor for Clarkston High School’s FIRST Robotics Team, ‘big brother? for Clarkston Area Coalition of Youth, member of Clarkston High School’s Parent Teacher Association, and webmaster and vice-president for legislative activity for the Michigan PTSA board.
He also delivered a keynote address at the National Honor Society’s induction ceremony and advocates for public education at legislative conferences.
‘Steve Hyer takes his role very seriously, and we are proud to announce him as our region’s Champion for Children,? said Richard Repicky, MASA Region 9 president.
Hyer also earned the Michigan Association of School Boards’ Master Diamond Award, for completing certification levels 1-4 and earning 528 educational credits.
All seven members of Clarkston Board of Education earned at least Level One certification, earning the Honor Board Award.
Vice President Barry Bomier earned the Master Board Member Award, with Levels 1-3 and 368 education credits. Treasurer Ron Sullivan and Secretary Joan Patterson completed 208 credits each and Levels 1-2, to achieve Distinction awards. Patterson also earned the Advocacy Skills Specialty Award for completing extra courses in public speaking, community and media relations, and educational advocacy.