'I Touched the Future' to Honor Former NASD Board, Employees

Nazareth's superintendent announced on Monday the creation of the "I Touched the Future" recognition award, which was developed to recognize former district employees and Board of Education members.

All individuals who have, at one time, been an employee of the Nazareth Area School District and/or a member of the Board of Education are eligible for recognition, according to Superintendent Dennis Riker.

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Each year during April, the Office of the Superintendent will solicit nominations for the award. Individuals interested in nominating a potential recipient must submit a letter—not to exceed 500 words in length—indicating the reasons for their nomination. All applications must be received no later than April 30.

The following are a few examples of why an individual would be considered:

• Involved in activities that result in significant enrichment of the educational experience of students

• Inspire and encourage students of the Nazareth Area School District to demonstrate creativity and innovation

• Demonstrate activities that are a significant reinforcement of the mission and goals of the Nazareth Area School District

• Demonstrate extraordinary leadership and exemplify commitment to academics, athletics and the arts

• Foster and maintain exceptional communication with students, parents, faculty and staff, as well as others in the community

• Received a nomination for a special award from another organization

The superintendent will then form a committee to review all applicants. The committee will consist of the following members:

• Board of Education Personnel Committee
• Superintendent
• One central office administrator
• Two building administrators
• Representatives from the Senior Class Executive Council

The committee should select no more than three recipients each year for the award. The board will recognize the recipients during the June or July board meeting.

Each recipient will receive a plaque noting their accomplishment. In addition, an annual plaque will be placed in each building’s office or lobby area and the board room to display the accomplishment of the award recipients.

The plaques will become a part of the superintendent’s line-item budget at no increase to the budget.