IN HCR0026

Congratulates Dr. Terry J. Thompson on being named 2010 Indiana Superintendent of the Year after being selected from seven finalists

Recognizes Thompson's educational background including a doctorate from Ball State University and prior experience with multiple Indiana school districts

Highlights Thompson's accomplishments as Superintendent of Wayne Township Schools since 1996, including implementation of an early-college high school, international baccalaureate program, 26 advanced placement classes, and a central preschool center

Notes Thompson's leadership of the Help One Student to Succeed (HOSTS) program, which has over 1,000 volunteer mentors to improve elementary reading skills

Designates Thompson as Indiana's nominee for the American Association of School Administrators' National Superintendent of the Year Award