As principal of Illing Junior High School in Manchester, Richard Lindgren emphasized to his staff the importance of strong leadership and good judgement. An educator for over 25 years, Dr. Lindgren also served as an adjunct college professor and was an active member of a number of professional organizations, including the National Association of Secondary School Principals and the state Principals Academy. Because he instituted such projects as the district wide Career Incentive Program, the U.S. Department of Education in 1983 designated Illing as one of the country's most successful schools.
1965 University of Connecticut, Ph.D.
1960 University of Hartford, M.Ed.
1958 Central Connecticut State University, B.S.
