Ms. Julianne Petersen, Abington Junior High School Assistant Principal, received the Pennsylvania Council for the Social Studies Leadership Award at its annual conference this fall. The Council presents this award to an individual who is dedicated to social studies and is a recognized leader for promoting innovation and creative instruction, motivating others to excellence, and advocating for high quality and research-driven instructional practices in the classroom.
Ms. Petersen was recognized for her work as Social Studies Supervisor in Abington School District. Ms. Petersen encouraged teachers to design and implement instruction with a focus on global and societal considerations important to helping students become contributing members of global society. Ms. Petersen’s efforts have produced a strong and viable K-12 social studies program that is an exemplary model.
Today, Rachel Hooper, District Representative to Senator Haywood, presented a Senate Proclamation of Congratulations to Ms. Peterson. The Proclamation states that the Senate of Pennsylvania takes great pleasure in recognizing those citizens who, through dedication and excellence, contribute in a meaningful way to the well-being of their communities and ultimately to all the people of this great Commonwealth. The Proclamation continues; “Through Ms. Peterson’s many initiatives to benefit her community and by her personal example, she clearly reflects the true spirit and mission of the Pennsylvania Council for the Social Studies.”