Governor Cuomo Declares October Principals Month - AMENDED

ALBANY, NY (10/02/2012)(readMedia)-- The School Administrators Association of New York State (SAANYS) is pleased to announce that October 2012 has been proclaimed Principals Month in New York State. This recognition by Governor Andrew Cuomo comes on October 1 in acknowledgment of current and increasing responsibilities of school principals amid growing expectations and challenges in New York schools.

October is also National Principals Month, as recognized by the US Senate and House of Representatives. New York State Principals Month is an opportunity for the public to learn more about the great things principals do each-and-every day for students, teachers, and community.

"SAANYS and its members are grateful to the governor for this commendation," commented SAANYS Executive Director Kevin Casey. "Principals are leaders, managers, teachers, and caregivers working tirelessly for New York's students. This proclamation is a meaningful acknowledgement of their time, dedication, and perseverance."

PLEASE SEE ATTACHED FINAL VERSION OF THE PROCLAMATION AS PROCLAMATION TEXT SENT 10/1/12 WAS DRAFT TEXT.