Moore Elementary School's Pat Granger and Morris Fuselier of Pasadena High School were recently named Pasadena ISD's Region IV Principals of the Year.

The two principals, along with other Region IV principals of the year from surrounding districts, will be honored at a special recognition dinner at the Houstonian Hotel and Resort in June.

Both Granger and Fuselier have served as principals at their respective campuses since 2002. Region IV began the Principal of the Year program in 2001, allowing each district in the area to select an elementary and secondary principal of the year.

The principals were nominated because of their focus of high expectations for all students, their vision and focus and establishing a culture of support for students and staff on their campuses.

According to Deputy Superintendent Vicki Thomas, Granger has captured the admiration of Moore Elementary’s parents, students and teachers.

“She is a gracious and compassionate leader,” Thomas said. “Each decision she makes is focused on what is best for children.  Her abilities as an instructional leader are unmatched.  She constantly seeks to improve the system in order to better meet the needs of children she serves.”

Thomas added that Fuselier has made aggressive outreach efforts to the community that Pasadena High School serves and has built a supportive learning climate for the students.

“Morris has an outstanding vision of what an excellent school should be.  One of his greatest attributes is his ability to build strong relationships and enduring bonds with students,” she said. “The students admire and respect him and know that he is their champion. He is a collaborative leader who works every day to make Pasadena High School a premier educational setting for students.”

Last year, Kruse Elementary’s Rosie Prusz and The Summit’s Chris Bolyard received the Region IV award. Sherry Meynier and Jackson Intermediate's DeeAnn Woitena also received the award in 2003-04. In 2002-03, Garfield Elementary's Debbie Barrett and Miller Intermediate's Darla Massey received the award. In 2001-02, Young Elementary principal Shirlyn Ross and former Jackson Intermediate and current South Houston High School principal Deborah Aubin were honored.