Pierz Schools earn national recognition for effective teaching framework

17 Jan 2026

News, Education, Awards and Recognition, Community

When Pierz School District officials traveled to Texas last week, they weren’t just picking up another plaque for the wall.

On Wednesday, Jan. 14, the district received national recognition in San Antonio after being certified at multiple levels in a rigorous school improvement framework developed by the Marzano Institute — an honor that reflects years of steady, behind-the-scenes work rather than a single moment of achievement.

Superintendent George Weber said the recognition, presented during the National High Reliability Schools Summit, differs significantly from the district’s earlier Blue Ribbon School designation in that it represents an ongoing process focused on consistency, collaboration and long-term commitment to effective teaching.

Click here to read the original article from the Morrison County Record.

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