At the recent annual conference for the International Technology Education Association held in salt lake city, Tom Meeks, From Lakeridge Junior High was recognized as having fewer than 50 programs worldwide to earn the prestigious Program Excellence Award.

Tom teaches Introduction to Tech I and II at Lakeridge. He is a great staff member and contributes extensively to professional development at his school.

Sponsored by the International Technology Education Association (ITEA) and National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) and Paxton/Patterson, the Program Excellence Award si one of the highest honors given to Technology Education classroom teachers on the elementary, middle or high school levels. It is presented in recognition of outstanding contributions to the profession and students. Schools from all over the United States and around the world compete for the honor.

Congratulations to Lakeridge Junior High School and Tom Meeks on this honor and recognition.