Manhasset Educator Honored for Life-Long Contributions to Education

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McDermott, Irving Schwartz Award

ALBANY, NY (04/10/2013)(readMedia)-- Albany, NY – Frank McDermott, retired teacher and administrator from the Manhasset Public School District, has been selected as the 2013 recipient of the Irving Schwartz Distinguished Retiree Award by the School Administrators Association of New York State (SAANYS).

Irving Schwartz was a founding member of SAANYS. His exceptional leadership and unwavering dedication to his profession was demonstrated through his countless years of participation in SAANYS and its national affiliate, the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP). This award is given annually to a retired SAANYS member who, in retirement, has made significant contributions to the welfare of the association, education, and the greater community.

McDermott has been a dedicated leader with an exceptional commitment to education that has spanned 37 years, including 15 years as an administrator. Following his retirement in 2002, he has continued his commitment to students, the community, and the profession through his work as a field supervisor and adjunct professor at Malloy College on Long Island where he works with graduate student teachers. Remains a strong advocate for both SAANYS and public school administrators in his retirement, serving as a regional representative, negotiator, and Government Relations Committee member. McDermott also actively supports the work of Autism Speaks, a national support and advocacy organization, including participation in professional development opportunities.

McDermott will be honored for his accomplishments at an awards banquet, May 10, 2013 at the Century House in Latham, New York.

SAANYS represents nearly 7,200 school principals, supervisors, and directors. As a professional association, SAANYS is committed to providing direction, service, and support to the membership in their efforts to improve the quality of education and leadership in New York State schools. SAANYS is affiliated with the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) and the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP).

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