The Ridgemont Board of Education announced this week that Superintendent Emmy Beeson has been awarded the 2017 Betsy M. Cowles Leadership Award presented by the Buckeye Association of School Administrators.
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2017 Betsy M. Cowles Leadership Award presented by the Buckeye Association of School Administrators. (PHOTO SUBMITTED) |
This distinguished award was presented Monday at the BASA Women’s Conference.
Betsy M. Cowles was one of the earliest and most notable female superintendents in Ohio. She was known for her contributions in education, civil rights and women’s rights in Ohio.
Ms. Cowles was a risk taker who took a stand for what she believed.
Each year, the award is presented to a female administrator who has demonstrated outstanding education leadership in making significant contributions to educational administration in a school district, education service center or educational institution.
Mrs. Beeson was nominated by her peers for the award and was selected by a committee from the applications that listed contributions and exemplary leadership and how the applicant enhanced education.
“All who know Superintendent Beeson will realize this award fits her beliefs and education philosophy,” board members said in their release.