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Guilford County Board of Education
Regular Meeting
March 26, 2009

To:	Members, Board of Education
From:	Maurice O. Green, Superintendent Nora Carr, Chief of Staff
Date:	March 20, 2009
RE:	2009 Arts Educator of the Year and Finalists

Guilford County Schools in partnership with the United Arts Council of Greater Greensboro and New Xperience Entertainment have announced the 2009 Arts Teacher of the Year award winner and runners-up.

This year’s award winner is Andy Mock, music specialist at Jefferson Elementary. Andy will receive $1,000 to be used for professional development. This year’s first runner-up is Dena Adams, choral director at Northwest Middle. Dena will receive $300 for professional development as will the second runner-up, Lisa Woods, art teacher at Weaver Academy. Winners were among several teachers across Guilford County who were nominated for their expertise in teaching. A panel of judges selected the winners through a rigorous process.

In compliance with federal laws, Guilford County Schools administers all educational programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination because of race, religion, national or ethnic origin, color, age, military service, disability or gender, except where exemption is appropriate and allowed by law. Refer to the Board of Education's Discrimination Free Environment Policy AC for a complete statement. Inquiries or complaints should be directed to the Guilford County Schools Compliance Officer, 120 Franklin Boulevard, Greensboro, NC 27401; 336.370.2323.

All Guilford County Schools facilities, both educational and athletic, are tobacco-free learning environments.