Fort Bend Independent School District NEWS RELEASE FROM COMMUNITY RELATIONS Keryn Miles, Communications Specialist keryn.miles@fortbendisd.com    281.634.1100

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Willowridge Principal, Dr. Joe Coleman, Named Finalist in 2010 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards Program

FORT BEND ISD ― Dr. Joe Coleman, principal at Willowridge High School, has been named a finalist in the 2010 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards program. He is among eight finalists in the Houston Region recognized for their dedication to students. As a finalist, Dr. Coleman received a $1,000 check for himself and $2,500 for his school. He will also be invited to compete on a statewide level, in May, for the chance to win cash prizes ranging from $5,000 to $25,000.

H-E-B launched the Excellence in Education Awards program in cooperation with the Texas Association of School Administrators in 2002 as a positive way to support public education in Texas. It is now the largest monetary reward program in Texas for educators and school districts. Statewide finalists are selected by five regional judging panels comprised of former winners, administrators, and university and community leaders.

Shown presenting Dr. Coleman (right) with a check for $1,000 is Lacey Dalcour-Salas, public affairs specialist for H-E-B Houston.

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