Halton District School Board Inspire Awards
Halton District School Board Inspire Awards
Halton District School Board Inspire Awards The Inspire Awards were created: By the current Board of Trustees and the Student Senate in May 2016 To celebrate volunteers, students and staff who make a positive difference in the lives of students To formally recognize individuals in the school system and community for their contributions to students To serve as inspiration to others
How the Inspire Awards Work Nominations can be submitted throughout the school year by staff, students and community members Each month, trustees score the nominations received using the Inspire Awards Scoring Template
Inspire Awards Ceremony Inspire Awards Ceremony at the Board meeting Inspire Awards ceremonies are held monthly at a location of the recipient s choosing (e.g. Board meeting, school, recipient s workplace, etc.) The ceremony is publicized in a video recording and recipients are honoured on the Board website and social media
The Inspire Awards Certificate
Caring Initiative Innovation and creativity Inspire others Support students, their achievement and well-being Inspire Awards Criteria
Nomination Categories DIVERSITY & INCLUSION EXEMPLARY CONTRIBUTION UNDER EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION & ADVOCACY 21 ST CENTURY LEARNING SPECIAL EVENT OR PROJECT EQUITY OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT
Rules and requirements
Rules and Requirements Who is eligible to be nominated? Individuals/groups who have supported students in the HDSB and contributed to their success or achievement Who can nominate? Stakeholders associated with the HDSB Where is the award presented? At a location of the recipient s choosing How often can an individual or group be nominated? More than once, however they will only qualify for recognition once per year Each nomination is reviewed on its own merit.
Recipients of Inspire Awards
Halton District School Board Inspire Awards So far, 75% of schools in the HDSB have had a recipient receive an Inspire Award.
Recipients of Inspire Awards
What makes the Inspire Awards successful? Inclusivity Efficiency Recognition
What makes the Inspire Awards successful? Flexibility Equity Alignment
What makes the Inspire Awards successful? Collaboration Sustainability Feasibility Ongoing improvement
How do the Inspire Awards improve wellness? Morale Relationships Equity Appreciation Impactful
What people have to say about the Inspire Awards... The Inspire Awards provide a meaningful way to recognize all contributors who make a difference in the lives of students within the Halton District School Board. - Rob Eatough, Superintendent of Education for the Halton District School Board
What people have to say about the Inspire Awards... We are grateful to have individuals in our community who go above and beyond to do great things for our students. The Inspire Awards allow us to celebrate these unsung heroes and give them the recognition they deserve. I applaud the Board of Trustees for creating an initiative that clearly demonstrates that the education of our children and youth is a shared responsibility among many different stakeholders, school staff, board staff, parents and the broader community. - Stuart Miller, Director of Education for the Halton District School Board
What the Inspire Awards mean to us The Inspire Awards are a public way to say thank you to people who go above and beyond to make a positive difference in the lives of students. These are people in our school system and the community who make schools a caring and welcoming home for students with diverse needs and interests. The Inspire Awards keep us grounded and connected to our purpose of serving students. Board of Trustees for the Halton District School Board