HR 291 Summary

• Recognizes Laurie King as the 2015-2016 Alabama National Distinguished Principal of the Year, awarded by the National Association of Elementary School Principals and the Alabama Association of Elementary School Administrators.

• King earned a Bachelor's Degree from Auburn University in 1981, a Master's Degree from the University of Alabama in Birmingham in 1987, a reading certification in 2000, and an administration certification in 2005.

• As principal of Crestline Elementary School, King implemented programs supporting struggling learners and challenging advanced learners while maintaining high standards through differentiation and relationship-building.

• King led development of educational partnerships with the local community that created the Brookville Elementary partnership and created Professional Learning Communities for staff professional development and best practice discussions.

• The National Distinguished Principal Program, established in 1984, honors outstanding elementary and middle-level administrators who set high standards for instruction, student achievement, character, and school climate.