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Each year, The Ed. Fund recognizes the dedication and contributions of teachers, staff, and volunteers whose dedication to providing quality learning experiences in West County public schools has made a significant impact in students' lives. This year, The Ed. Fund and the West Contra Costa Unified School District are joining efforts to determine four outstanding teachers. All awardees, including staff and citizen award winners, will be acknowledged at the 24th Annual Ed. Fund Excellence in Education Banquet in May 2012.

Who To Nominate
Any certificated teacher, non-certificated staff, or citizen who has significantly enhanced the ability of students in the West Contra Costa District to achieve excellence.

Who Can Nominate
Any community member.

How To Nominate
• Complete the appropriate nomination form here:

     Teaching Excellence Award Nomination Form
     Distinguished Staff Nomination Form
     Distinguished Citizen Nomination Form

• For Teaching Excellence Award Nominations:
   Submit the online nomination form to The Ed. Fund no later than
   Friday, February 10, 2012

• For the Distinguished Staff and Distinguished Citizen Nominations:
   Submit the online nomination form to The Ed. Fund no later than
   Thursday, March 1, 2012

• Late nominations will not be considered.

What To Include In Your Nomination
• Printed name of nominee.
• Reasons for the nomination. Reasons may include:
   •  How this person exemplifies best practices in his/her classroom or school.
   •  How this person has generated change in the school community.
   •  How this person inspires others to achieve excellence in education.
• Your name, address, phone number and e-mail (if you have one).

When The Awards Are Presented
The Ed. Fund Excellence in Education Banquet will take place in May 2012.

Contact Information
Address: 217C W Richmond Ave, Point Richmond, CA 94801
Phone: 510.233-1464 Fax: 510.217.3996
E-mail: edfundwest@edfundwest.org
Website: www.edfundwest.org

Roz Plishner, WCCUSD
Phone: (510) 612-2152
Email: Plish@aol.com

Congratulations to our 2011 Winners!

Laura Buffi
Valley View Elementary School
Sofia Close
Middle College High School
Andrew de Holl
Pinole Middle School
JG Larochette
Coronado Elementary School
Morgan LaRue
LoVonya DeJean Middle School
Jason Lau
LoVonya DeJean Middle School

Distinguished Citizen Award

Robert Studdiford
El Cerrito High School

Distinguished Staff Award

Michael Driscoll
Richmond High School