December 6, 2024

One Berrien Above & Beyond Staff Award

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Nominations are Now Open for December

Nominations are open for December until December 16, 2024.

The "Above and Beyond" Staff Recognition Award is designed to celebrate the contributions of all Berrien Springs Public Schools (BSPS) staff members who consistently go the extra mile to support our students, schools, and community. This award recognition program is open to all BSPS staff, including teachers, paraprofessionals, support staff, bus drivers, custodians, professional staff, food service workers, administrators, and secretaries. Each month, we will honor one outstanding staff member with this award.

What is the award criteria?
Staff members may be nominated if they demonstrate one or more of the following:
Exceptional Dedication to Students: Going beyond their usual responsibilities to provide extra support for students academically, emotionally, or socially.

Collaboration and Teamwork: Consistently contributing to a positive and productive work environment, demonstrating outstanding collaboration with colleagues.
Innovative Problem-Solving: Finding creative and effective solutions to challenges that positively impact students or the school community.
Exemplary Service: Offering excellent service to students, staff, and families, whether through instructional efforts, operational support, or student well-being.
Positive Role Models: Demonstrating leadership, professionalism, and a commitment to the BSPS mission of inspiring each student to think, learn, achieve, and care.

Who is eligible for the award?
Any Berrien Springs Public Schools staff member is eligible for the award recognition.

Who Can Nominate?
Anyone can nominate, including students, staff, parents, family members, and community members.

Award Recognition
At the end of each nomination cycle, a committee will select one person to receive this award. The cycles will happen monthly.

When can I submit a nomination for this award?
Nominations are open for December until December 16, 2024.

To nominate someone for this award, please click on the link below:

Link to Nominate: Share Your Story and Nominate a Staff Member