Dr. Lyle Ailshie (left), Director of Schools, and Tennessee Commissioner of Education Lana Seivers, are shown above with Mr. Larry Neas, Principal of Highland School, following the announcement that Mr. Neas has been named 2008 Principal of the Year in East Tennessee. 

Mr. Larry Neas, principal of Highland Year Round School, was named 2008 Principal of the Year in East Tennessee on Tuesday night at the Tennessee Educational Leadership Conference held October 8 - 10, 2007 in Nashville, TN.  

Mr. Neas was recognized for demonstrating exceptional leadership and dedication to his profession by a regional study council composed of fellow principals and supervisors.

The Principal of the Year program recognizes school leaders who have implemented outstanding programs resulting in significant school improvement and actively advocated for the improvement of education for Tennessee’s children.

Congratulations, Mr. Neas!   You are the Best!!!