As superintendent, Frederick Heid says he d give teachers a louder voice
LAKELAND Frederick Heid is the superintendent of the Community Unit School District in Algonquin, Illinois, but has worked extensively in Florida, rising from teacher to working with the Florida Department of Education’s school turnaround office.
Heid, 50, was adamant that he wants to work as a partner with the School Board, but also with those in the classroom every day to ensure they feel valued and respected. At a Wednesday night meet and greet in Haines City, Heid said he met a veteran teacher with 27 years of experience, but she is struggling with teaching during the pandemic.
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The Ledger’s 45th annual Silver Garland Awards will again be a virtual event this year. The awards presentation will go live Friday at 6 p.m. on The Ledger’s website at www.theledger.com/silvergarland.
This is the second straight year that The Ledger has opted to forego the customary gathering in recognition of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Ledger Media Group Marketing Director Bruce Dube will lead a video produced for the virtual presentation. High school seniors from Polk County will be recognized for service to their schools and their communities in 11 categories: art, athletics, citizenship, communications, English, foreign language, mathematics, music, performing arts, science and vocational technology.