A member of the audience at last Friday’s Carson Middle School concert pointed out that I was neglectful in not recognizing David Woten from the stage. The audience member is correct, and it’s a shame. You see, David L.Woten Jr., a music teacher at Carson, is Pennsylvania’s 2008 Teacher of the Year.

Prior to the concert I had congratulated Dave on the award and made a mental note to recognize him from the stage, but then plain forgot. My sincere apologies to Dave and the audience. Teacher of the Year is a very big deal, and the North Allegheny School District has every right to be very proud of Mr. Woten and his work.

Dave also takes really good care of the RCBB when we’re at Carson, and we are very, very grateful.

For more information on Dave Woten’s award, visit:

http://www.state.pa.us/papower/cwp/view.asp?A=11&Q=467897