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SENATE CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION No.
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    A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION congratulating Matthew Shockley, 2009 State High School Principal of the Year.



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Introduced

Second Regular Session 116th General Assembly (2010)


SENATE CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION No. _____



    A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION congratulating Matthew Shockley, 2009 State High School Principal of the Year.
    
    Whereas, Matthew Shockley has been an outstanding educator for 21 years. He worked as a classroom teacher for 5 years, a school administrator for 8 years, an assistant principal for 4 years, and is currently serving as the Principal at Center Grove High School in Greenwood, Indiana, a position he has held for the last 4 years;

    Whereas, Shockley has implemented several programs and initiatives at Center Grove High School. He increased the number of students enrolled in Honors and AP courses, and the availability and advancement of technology throughout the school;

    Whereas, Shockley was integral in the creation of the first Small Learning Community, the Early College at Center Grove, and the New Technology High School;

    Whereas, Each year, Shockley inspires his students to participate in the Junior Day of Caring, an event which encourages students to give back to the local community;

    Whereas, Shockley has been a leader in the Indiana Association of School Principals (IASP), the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP), the

Association for School and Curriculum Development (ASCD), and the National Staff Development Council (NSDC);

    Whereas, Shockley's community involvement extends to the Mount Auburn United Methodist Church, the Leadership of Johnson County, and the Johnson County Habitat for Humanity;

    Whereas, Shockley has been nominated for many awards by his peers. The Indiana Association of Student Councils recognized Shockley as the Administrator of the Year in 2003. He was also named Influential Staff Member at both Tipton and Center Grove High Schools;

    Whereas, After naming Shockley the District High School Principal of District 9, the Indiana Association of School Principals further recognized Shockley as the 2009 State High School Principal of the Year; and

    Whereas, Matthew Shockley's leadership and service to others is an inspiration to Hoosiers everywhere. Shockley's philosophy that “leadership is about serving others” is evidenced by his many accomplishments and achievements: Therefore,

Be it resolved by the Senate     of the General Assembly

of the State of Indiana, the House of Representatives     concurring:

    SECTION 1. The Indiana General Assembly congratulates and honors Matthew Shockley as the 2009 State High School Principal of the Year. Recognizing his outstanding work as an educator for 21 years, the Indiana General Assembly wishes Matthew Shockley continued success in his future endeavors.
    SECTION 2. The Secretary of the Senate is hereby directed to transmit a copy of this Resolution to Matthew Shockley, Center Grove High School, and the Indiana Association of School Principals.