Three St. Joseph School District principals and assistant principals were recognized at the Missouri Association of Elementary School Principals (MAESP) conference this week.

Dr. Jasmine Briedwell, principal at Lake Contrary Elementary, was awarded National Distinguished Principal for Missouri. Terri Deayon, principal at Edison Elementary, was recognized as Outstanding New Principal. This is her second year as principal at Edison. John Davison, assistant principal at Colgan Alternative Resource Center, was recognized as Outstanding Assistant Principal.

The Missouri Distinguished Principals program honors outstanding elementary and middle-level administrators who ensure that Missouri’s children acquire a sound foundation for lifelong learning and achievement. By promoting excellent leadership, quality education and professional growth, this award celebrates principals and exemplifies their outstanding achievements as a school principal.