Vince Bertram, superintendent of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation, today (7-20-10) received the Distinguished Hoosier Award from Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels. The Distinguished Hoosier Award is one of the highest awards given by the state of Indiana to its citizens.
Daniels praised Bertram’s work as an educator in the State of Indiana and the progress made by the school corporation. Bertram is now entering his fourth year with the EVSC.
In presenting the award, Daniels noted Bertram’s educational service to the state, his work with the Indiana Education Roundtable and his leadership and vision.
Bertram said he is proud of the work of the teachers, administrators and staff of the EVSC and of the partnerships and work with and by community organizations to meet the needs of students.
Photo of Governor Daniels presenting award to Vince Bertram following a presentation he gave to the Rotary Club of Evansville.