Superintendent Linda McCulloch is seeking recommendations of outstanding Montana educators for the Superintendent’s "Talent Pool".

The Superintendent’s Talent Pool is a list of K-12 Montana educators who have been recommended to the Office of Public Instruction as outstanding teachers, who have demonstrated exceptional instructional ability, have an inspiring presence, and exhibit professional leadership.

"From time to time we need educators to serve on committees, act as advisors or representatives, and for award nominations. If an opportunity arises that matches an educatorís talents, we will call on them to help," said Superintendent Linda McCulloch. "Montana has the best educators in the country. This is an opportunity to help them get the recognition they deserve."

The educators on the list may be considered for membership by OPI on advisory boards and task forces, as well as candidates for special recognition programs.

Nominations must be confidential and the person being nominated must not know they are being considered. This year the talent pool search focuses on recommendations of high school educators.

Recommendations should be made using the 2007 Talent Pool Recommendation Form http://www.opi.mt.gov/PDF/superintendent/TalentPool/06TalentPool.pdf which allows for on-line entry. Forms can also be sent to Tara Jensen, Superintendentís Office, Office of Public Instruction, PO Box 202501, Helena, MT 59620-2501 or faxed to 444-9299. The deadline for recommendations is May 18, 2007.

For more information, visit http://www.opi.mt.gov/superintendent/talentpool.html or contact Tara Jensen 406-444-3559 or [email protected] or Maryann Costello at 444-5643 or [email protected].