Nominations are being accepted by the Bowling Green Schools Foundation for two awards recognizing those who have shown great dedication to the school community. The nominations are due Aug. 19 and can be submitted at bgschoolsfoundation.com/25.
The two awards are for Excellence in Education and Community Member of the Year. Following are details about each award:
Excellence in Education Award Description
The Excellence in Education Award is an honor presented by Bowling Green City Schools and the Bowling Green Schools Foundation to recognize an individual who has demonstrated educational excellence through exceptional commitment, support, and dedication to the school community. Recipients are current Bowling Green City Schools teachers whose actions have significantly enriched the educational environment and positively impacted the lives of students, faculty, and families in the district.
Purpose of the Award:
The Excellence in Education Award aims to highlight and uplift individuals who have provided excellent education to students in the Bowling Green City Schools as they enrich and improve the lives of others through personal and professional commitment to excellence and service.
Criteria for Nomination:
• Positive Impact: The nominee exemplifies excellence in challenging all learners with high expectations; cultivating passion and dedication to learning.
• Support and Advocacy: The nominee exemplifies excellence in creative problem-solving strategies to meet the needs of all learners in their classes.
• Inspiration and Collaboration: The nominee serves as a role model, inspiring others through their dedication, kindness, and leadership, thereby encouraging a culture of collaboration and support within the school community.
• Community Engagement: The nominee actively builds community connections from their classroom to broaden students’ experiences.
• Commitment: The nominee shows a sustained commitment to the Bowling Green City Schools and its students.
Community Member of the Year Award Description
The Community Member of the Year Award is an honor presented by Bowling Green City Schools and the Bowling Green Schools Foundation to recognize an individual who has demonstrated exceptional commitment, support, and dedication to the school community.
Recipients are community members whose actions have significantly enriched the educational environment and positively impacted the lives of students, faculty, and families in the district.
Purpose of the Award:
The Community Member of the Year Award aims to acknowledge and thank those who go above and beyond to support Bowling Green City Schools. It highlights the vital role that community involvement plays in fostering a thriving educational environment and underscores the importance of collective effort in achieving the schools’ goals and mission.
Criteria for Nomination:
• Community Engagement: The nominee actively participates in school events, programs, and initiatives, fostering a sense of community and collaboration.
• Support and Advocacy: The nominee consistently advocates for the needs and interests of Bowling Green City Schools, contributing time, resources, or expertise to enhance the educational experience for students and teachers.
• Positive Impact: The nominee’s efforts have resulted in measurable improvements within the school community, such as enhanced student learning, improved school facilities, or strengthened community-school partnerships.
• Inspiration and Leadership: The nominee serves as a role model, inspiring others through their dedication, kindness, and leadership, thereby encouraging a culture of support and involvement within the school community.
• Long-Term Commitment: The nominee has shown a sustained commitment to Bowling Green City Schools, with a history of ongoing contributions and involvement over an extended period.
Nomination Process:
Nominations for the Excellence in Education and Community Member of the Year awards can be submitted by students, parents, faculty, and other community members. Nomination forms should detail the nominee’s contributions and the impact of their efforts on the school community. A selection committee will review all nominations and select the award recipient based on the outlined criteria.
The recipient of the both awards will be honored at the annual Bowling Green Schools Foundation awards ceremony, where their achievements will be publicly recognized and celebrated.
Nominations can be made by submitting a one-page letter attesting to the nominee’s qualifications based on the award criteria. Online submissions can be made at bgschoolsfoundation.com/25 and must be in PDF, DOC, or DOCX format. Print submissions can be mailed to P.O. Box 784 Bowling Green, OH 43402.
