At its March 29 appreciation dinner, the Sacramento Association for the Retarded recognized numerous individuals and programs affiliated with the Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE).
Sacramento County Supervisor Illa Collin presented awards to the following:
SCOE Staff and Programs
- Maggie Messenger, R.N., SCOE Special Education/Special Services Department
Medical Service Award - Independent Living Skills Program, Galt High School
Outstanding Program Award - Special Day Classes, James Rutter Middle School
Outstanding Program Award - Special Day Classes, Marengo Ranch Elementary School
Outstanding Program Award
SCOE School District and Community Partners
- Brett Loring, Principal, Cordova Villa Elementary School
Appreciation for Past Service Award - Philip Moore, Principal, Smedberg Middle School
Appreciation for Past Service Award - Chelsey Trojan, Student, Smedberg Middle School
Special Service Award - Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce
Community Service Award
According to Britt Mutchler, President of the Sacramento Association for the Retarded, "We all benefit from the generous efforts of these caring individuals and continue to thrive because of their guidance, knowledge, and devotion."