Superintendent receives community PeaceMaker Award

May 2008

Monticello Superintendent of Schools Dr. Patrick Michel has been named the 2008 Sullivan County Peace Maker of the Year by the Dispute Resolution Center (DRC).

According to DRC officials, Dr. Michel was chosen based on his contributions to the community both through his role as superintendent and his general community involvement. Some of his notable work includes a collaboration with the DRC on a peer mediation program for the RJK Middle School, his key role in the formation of a coalition to bring the Boys & Girls Club to Sullivan County, the creation of his Firehouse Chat series (which focuses on giving a voice to district parents and taxpayers), instituting an open door policy within the district that has succeeded in creating an atmosphere of transparency and honesty with the community, and his involvement as a board member with the Monticello Communities That Care organization (which has played an integral part in the group’s success in bridging the gap between school and community).

A recognition celebration brunch honoring this year's recipients was held at Hotel Thayer on Sunday, May 18.

For more information about DRC, call 845-294-8082 or visit www.drcservices.org.

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