Morris Upchurch Middle School Susan Childress was recently selected to represent the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals (TASSP) as Region 8 Outstanding Principal of the Year. Photo by Phyllis Warren
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Childress selected as Outstanding Principal of the Year
Susan Childress, Principal of Morris Upchurch Middle School in Queen City, has been selected to represent the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals (TASSP) as Region 8 Outstanding Principal of the Year.
TASSP recognizes outstanding principals and assistant principals from the twenty region Education Service Centers in the state. School administrators are nominated and chosen by their peers within their regions. Nominations are based upon exemplary performance and outstanding leadership.
As a Region 8 winner, Mrs. Childress is eligible to compete for the state title of Texas Principal of the Year.
Mrs. Childress, a 3-year principal, has been a member of the leadership team at MUMS for the past eight years. She attended Stephen F. Austin State University and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in English and Master of Education in Administration.
Staff members describe Mrs. Childress as a hardworking and dedicated leader who is always willing to go above and beyond for her students and staff.
When notified about the award, Mrs. Childress responded, “I would like to express my utmost gratitude in being chosen for this award. I appreciate Queen City ISD for the opportunity to work and educate the children of this community. I want to give a special thanks to the staff of Morris Upchurch Middle School; this award is a tribute to the daily support and hard work that they give to me and the students and families of this district. They are such a great staff to work with. I am truly honored to receive this recognition and grateful to TASSP for selecting me to represent Region 8.”