May 1, 2008 - Blue Creek school counselor Eileen Satterlee was honored by the Academy for Character Education at The Sage Colleges for her commitment to Blue Creek's School Success Team. She received the Champion of Character Leadership Award in March at the Caring Community Dinner at the Franklin Plaza in Troy.

“Mrs. Satterlee’s dedication to students’ emotional and educational needs is impressive,” said Blue Creek School Success Team Chairperson Kathy Thompson. “She truly believes in educating the ‘whole’ child.”

As a member of the School Success Team, Satterlee is an integral part of sustaining the Peaceable School Program, which focuses on teaching students character education and conflict-resolution skills. Because of her dedication and creativity, Blue Creek students are learning crucial skills that will enable them to be respectful and responsible members of their community.

“Her commitment to our award-winning Peaceable School Program has helped expand our awareness of character education in the classroom and beyond," added Thompson. “She is a vital resource for students, staff and parents.”

Blue Creek’s Peaceable School Program was also recognized at the banquet for its commitment to teaching children character education for the past 15 years.