Cleora School District Superintendent receives top honor
CLEORA, Okla. — The Oklahoma Association of School Administrators announced on Friday that Cleora Public Schools Superintendent Kenny Guthrie was chosen as this year's District 6 Superintendent
Guthrie will be recognized at the Cooperative Council for Oklahoma School Administration Summer Leadership Conference, held June 11-13.
'I certainly would not be able to lead effectively or be qualified for this award if it were not for the amazing staff we have at Cleora. To my staff, I'm incredibly grateful,' said Guthrie.
'It is truly an honor to be awarded the OASA District 6 Superintendent of the Year and be selected by my peers,' said Guthrie. 'To my peers, I say thank you. I'm humbled to be chosen among the many great regional and state administrators.'
Kenny, a lifelong Oklahoman and educator, is completing his 27th year in public education and his 11th year as Cleora Schools Superintendent.
Under Guthrie's leadership, Cleora Schools received top marks, earning an overall grade of A, and was awarded the 2023 National Blue Ribbon School as an Exemplary High Performing school.
The rural Delaware County school has 162 students from pre-kindergarten through the eighth grade.
OASA has 20 Districts, each consisting of multiple counties. Eligible OASA members are nominated and selected by their peers in their district.
He and his wife, Courtney, have two daughters, Hannah and Lauren.
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