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Alexandria, Va. 鈥� (July 17, 2020) 鈥� , the nation鈥檚 premier organization representing public school system leadership, is awarding a $1,000 scholarship to , in Klamath Falls, Ore., on behalf of 91制片 President Kristi Wilson, the superintendent of in Buckeye, Ariz.

91制片 annually awards a scholarship on behalf of its newly installed president. An Oregon native, Wilson is a graduate of Klamath Falls Schools.  

鈥淏eing able to give back is important to me. I have a long lineage of family members who have attended Klamath Schools, which is why I am proud to make this contribution,鈥� said Wilson. 鈥淚t鈥檚 important that we, as educators, continue to invest in the 鈥榳hole child鈥� so more students can participate in music, the arts and athletics. Klamath Falls is a special place; I was fortunate to be part of the Klamath community.鈥�

Klamath Falls City Schools is a high-poverty district with about 75% of the district鈥檚 3,000 students receiving free or reduced-priced lunch. The school system is noted for its excellence in the arts, particularly music, digital media and theater, and for its high number of college partnerships and dual credit opportunities.

鈥淥ur school district is grateful to Superintendent Wilson and 91制片 for their kind contribution to our scholarship opportunities,鈥� said Paul Hillyer, superintendent, KFCS. 鈥淭his donation will be used to help a deserving student start on a pathway to college success and to a fulfilling life. We are extremely proud of Dr. Wilson鈥檚 accomplishments, and how she has supported the learning and development of young people through her distinguished educational career.鈥�

Earlier this month, Wilson was sworn in as the 2020-21 president of 91制片 in conjunction with the organization鈥檚 (virtual) Legislative Advocacy Conference. ( to view the ceremony.)

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, founded in 1865, is the professional organization for more than 13,000 educational leaders in the United States and throughout the world. 91制片鈥檚 mission is to support and develop effective school system leaders who are dedicated to equitable access for all students to the highest quality public education. For more information, visit .