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Since 1998, School District U-46 has honored an individual or a group who has demonstrated dedication and commitment through consistent volunteer efforts on behalf of our students. This year, U-46 staff and volunteers wiere encouraged to nominate an individual or a group who provided an outstanding volunteer service in our schools or District.
A recipient was selected for each of the two categories: Helping Hands and Volunteer of the Year. All nominees were invited to the annual Volunteer Reception at the U-46 Educational Services Center where the award recipients were be announced.
Helping Hand Category
The Helping Hands award recognizes a volunteer or group of volunteers who have made a significant impact at the school level.
HELPING HANDS AWARD CRITERIA
- Need for services or activities delivered
- Specific outcomes on student achievement (direct or indirect)
- Impact on school improvement (e.g. climate, behavior, attendance, etc.)
- Innovative characteristics of the services or activities
- Quality of services or activities
- Services or activities align to the School’s Improvement Plan
- Number of students benefiting (directly or indirectly
Vounteer of the Year Category
The Volunteer of the Year award recognizes a volunteer or group of volunteers that improves the lives of students at three (3) or more schools across the District.
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR CRITERIA
- Need for services or activities delivered
- Specific outcomes on student achievement in three or more schools (direct or indirect)
- Impact on school improvement (e.g. climate, behavior, attendance, etc.)
- Innovative characteristics of the services or activities
- Quality of services or activities
- Services or activities align to the District’s Strategic Plan
- Number of students benefiting (directly or indirectly)
Volunteer nominations for the 2019-20 year will open in January 2020.