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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
CONGRATULATING NANCY NASKO ON RECEIVING DISTINGUISHED PRINCIPAL AWARD
WHEREAS, Nancy Nasko began her career as a teacher at St. Pius V Catholic School in 1986 and was named Principal in 1996; and
WHEREAS, throughout her tenure as principal, Nancy has worked tirelessly to increase enrollment and expand the faculty, and has overseen academic and capital improvements, including a new science lab and playground, shaping St. Pius V School into a top-notch school attracting students from across the city and suburbs; and
WHEREAS, having adopted the educational philosophy from St. Francis of Assisi to "Preach the gospel at all times. When necessary, use words." Nancy has held an open-door policy for her students, parents and staff, a trademark of her tenure as principal; and
WHEREAS, Nancy has developed a personal relationship with the parents of all of the children in her school, ensuring a second home atmosphere where a peaceful environment can reign; and
WHEREAS, Nancy created the Peacemaker Award, a peer-nominated award in each classroom that is given to those students who best exemplify the values of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr; and
WHEREAS, on April 2, 2013, the National Catholic Education Association presented Nancy with its 2013 Distinguished Principal Award at its annual convention for embodying the very best of a Catholic education, and her inspirational leadership and dedication to academic excellence; and
WHEREAS, Nancy is one of twelve elementary Catholic school principals to receive this award from more than 10,000 in the entire country, and the only such principal from Illinois; and
WHEREAS, on October 25, 2013, at the National Association of Elementary School Principals awards ceremony in Washington D.C., Nancy was presented the 2013 Distinguished Principal Award, their highest honor, in recognition of her high standards for instruction, student achievement, character, and climate for students, families ...
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