Breadcrumb

TAISM Middle School Principal, Among the Best K – 8 Principals

Press Release from the Office of Overseas Schools

Washington, D.C. – May 2022 – Peter Lee, Middle School Principal of The American International School of Muscat (TAISM), was selected as one of two International School educators for the 2022 National Distinguished Principals Award. The U.S.-based National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) established the program in 1984 to recognize and celebrate elementary and middle-level (K-8)  principals in the United States, who set high standards for instruction, student achievement, character, and climate for the students, families, and staff in their learning communities.

From the beginning of the Award program, outstanding principals have been selected from the international schools that are assisted by the Office of Overseas Schools of the United States Department of State. Lee's nomination was supported by the Director of the school, Kevin Schafer and selected from among several nominees.  "The TAISM community is ecstatic  about this well-deserved award for Peter," says Schafer. "Only two educators outside of the USA, and one from each US state, win this prestigious award annually.  We're proud that Peter's consistent leadership and his care for TAISM students is being recognized publicly and globally.”

"The TAISM community is ecstatic  about this well-deserved award for Peter," says Schafer. "Only two educators outside of the USA, and one from each US state, win this prestigious award annually.  We're proud that Peter's consistent leadership and his care for TAISM students is being recognized publicly and globally.”

While the pandemic has tested every aspect of our society, including schools, principals have continued to lead dynamic learning communities and serve as a beacon of hope,” said Dr. L. Earl Franks, CAE, NAESP’s executive director. “NAESP’s National Distinguished Principals program recognizes the outstanding leadership of highly successful principals and is a heartfelt ‘thank you’ to these exceptional school leaders.”   

Peter attended the Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, Minnesota where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education.  He has his Master’s in Education from St. Mary’s University in Minneapolis, Minnesota and his Ed.S. in Education Leadership from Capella University in Minneapolis.  Peter has served in a variety of schools in the United States before joining The American International School of Muscat, where he has been since 2006.  Among his notable accomplishments, Peter has created a school climate that promotes a feeling of community and wellness.  As noted by one of the school’s Middle School teachers, “The culture that Peter has cultivated in the Middle School at TAISM is one that is welcoming and inclusive. Every morning Peter can be seen strolling the hallways to greet each and every staff member and as many students as he can. This routine sends a clear message of ‘you belong here and I value you’ which contributes greatly to the culture of our school.”  A Middle School parent added, “Peter has displayed exceptional talents and character as an educator and a leader.”

"Every morning Peter can be seen strolling the hallways to greet each and every staff member and as many students as he can. This routine sends a clear message of ‘you belong here and I value you’ which contributes greatly to the culture of our school.”

In October, Peter is expected to travel to Washington, D.C. for activities planned to honor and bring well-deserved recognition to the elementary and middle-level educators chosen by the states, the District of Columbia, private schools and the Office of Overseas Schools.