Ken Griffith, WASSP Executive Director, joined CY Middle School students and staff to present Mr. Bower with his award, “I am honored to be here today representing the Wyoming Association of Secondary School Principals. Each year, the Wyoming Association of Secondary School Principals selects an Assistant Principal of the Year from across the great state of Wyoming. Today I am representing over 160 school administrators as we announce that Mr. Randall Bower is our Assistant Principal of the Year.”
Mr. Bower walked into the CYMS commons, oblivious to the celebration to come, smiling and chatting with students and his Cyclone team thinking it was a typical Friday afternoon full of excitement for the upcoming weekend. But, little did he know, the cafeteria was packed for him. “I was quite surprised and humbled to receive this award,” shared Principal Bower.
Thrilled with the opportunity to surprise Mr. Bower, whom she calls “the heart of CY” Principal Rose shared her gratitude for his leadership, “He is an amazing leader filled with integrity, humor, and humility. He is loved by all. I am honored to work beside him each day.”
If you ask his colleagues to describe Mr. Bower, you’ll hear a repeating theme - loyal, kind, humble, and servant leader. Sure enough, living up to those characteristics, when asked what inspires him daily, Mr. Bower takes a moment to recognize others, “I’ve had the opportunity to work and learn from some of the greatest educators in this district. From teaching mentors to teaching partners and teammates, to coaching to administration. The everyday excellence exhibited by these professionals has been instrumental to my career and development as a person. Our staff is amazing, and I reap the benefits of their skillset daily.”
Superintendent Jennings was on hand to offer his appreciation and congratulations to Mr. Bower, who he not only recognized as an exceptional educator, but also as a former exceptional student, “Mr. Bower represents everything good and wonderful about the education profession. It has been a privilege to watch him grow over the years from a student in my classroom to the exceptional leader he is today. He is here for the students, for the staff, and we couldn’t be more proud of Mr. Bower.”
Having spent over 20 years teaching, coaching, and leading in the Natrona County School District, Mr. Bower strives daily to grow, excel, and make a positive difference in the lives of those around him, “Educational excellence is a constant pursuit. The second you feel that you have arrived, you have gone backward. There is always an opportunity to grow, learn and change, and as long as you are giving your very best effort with an attitude to match, you are achieving your personal excellence. I try to be a positive influence every day on everyone I encounter.”
Mr. Bower will join Assistant Principals from across the country in Washington, D.C., this summer to connect, learn, and engage in exciting professional development opportunities as the 2022 Assistant Principal of the Year by the Wyoming Association of Secondary School Principals.
Congratulations, Assistant Principal Bower, on this tremendous achievement and well-deserved recognition!
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