Association honors Vagner


POCATELLO — The Idaho Education Technology Association has recognized Pocatello/Chubbuck School District Superintendent Mary Vagner for outstanding technology support by a school administrator. The award was presented to her last week at the joint IETA and Idaho State Superintendent’s Association conference in Boise.

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The award is given to a school administrator who has exhibited leadership in supporting and implementing
technology appropriately to enhance the education of children and the educational environment.Vagner was nominated by Ellis Elementary School Principal Dr. Betsy Goeltz.

Vagner is recognized statewide for promoting appropriate technology to meet the district’s mission to maximize learning for all students. She understands and embraces the benefits of 21st-century technology to support student learning, enhance instruction and involve parents, Goeltz said.

Goeltz specifically named Vagner’s leadership in three district technology projects: Implementation of a new student information management system, implementation of a crisis management system and The Festival of Trees fundraiser to support the purchase and installation of interactive white board technology.

“During a very challenging financial time for all school districts, Mrs. Vagner has managed to stay focused on the technology needs of students, parents and faculty,” said Goeltz. “She does whatever it takes to ensure our district provides 21st-century learning.”

February 6, 2010