credited with improving teaching and learning, involving teachers in achieving goals and providing a positive school climate.
According to Harrison Superintendent Roy Woodward, Barr exemplifies the word principal. “With strong emphasis on student decision making, community involvement, and improved instruction and staff development, Mr. Barr propels staff and students to attain excellence.”
Barr is credited with implementing cutting edge reform at the high school. He developed model policies on discipline, hiring practices, student schedules, and CATS preparation - celebration. In addition, the school advanced its CATS scores by an impressive 10.6 points in 2005.
A member of KASSP since 1989, Barr has served as the Association’s president and as a member of the board of directors.
Barr was presented the distinguished award at KASSP’s annual conference, June 21-23. The 2006 Principal of the Year program is sponsored by MetLife and NASSP.
Barr also represents secondary school principals on the Kentucky Association of School Administrators’ (KASA) board of directors and received the KASA Administrator of the Year Award in 2005. |
