Larry Glaze, superintendent of the La Grande School District since 2008, was honored as the 2012 Doug Flatt Memorial Leadership Award winner at the InterMountain Education Service District’s Crystal Apple Awards ceremony Wednesday (May 16) at Eastern Oregon University.
The Doug Flatt Memorial Leadership Award is named for the late Doug Flatt, who was the chief executive officer of Mid Columbia Bus Company. Flatt lost his life in a tragic plane crash while on business. In guiding the growth and operation of Midco, Flatt exemplified the finest qualities of leadership, attention to detail, service to his community, interpersonal relationships, and customer service. The purpose of this award is to recognize a school administrator from a Mid Columbia Bus Company school district who exemplifies the same qualities for which Flatt was legendary. The award is sponsored by the IMESD and Mid Columbia Bus Company.
Glaze, who did not know he was receiving the award Wednesday until his name was announced, was surprised, but honored for the prestigious distinction. He was also pleasantly surprised to see his family come out of the back of the room to show their support.
