Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the “Education Partner” awards program?
A:
Dubbed the “Oscar for education,” Nassau BOCES “Education
Partner” award recognizes those whose impact on public education in
Nassau County can be measured in a very tangible way.
Q: Who can be nominated for an award?
A: The awards program is open to everyone who is involved
with, or is a supporter of, preschool to 12th grade or adult
education in Nassau County. Nominees for the Nassau BOCES “Education
Partner” award can be from every walk of life. Previous nominees
have included moms and dads, educators, coaches, business men and
women, actors, attorneys, reporters, volunteers, legislators,
college professors and retirees. Q: Can
anyone submit a nomination?
A: Yes. Our goal this year is to increase the number of
nominations overall by inviting all who have ever been influenced by
public education to show their appreciation by nominating
outstanding candidates for the award. Q: What do I have to do to nominate someone?
A: Nomination is as easy as 1, 2, 3. Nominations are made
online at the Nassau BOCES Web site, where you will find more
details about the “Education Partner” awards program and the
nomination form. You will need:
- The nominee’s contact details
- To explain why, in your opinion, this person deserves the
honor (up to 250 words; worth 25 of 100 points)
- To provide three specific examples (each worth 25 of 100
points) of how your nominee
personifies the spirit of educational partnerships and/or has
demonstrated significant, measurable impact on public education
in Nassau County.
Q: Can I save my nomination and come back to it at a later
date?
A:
Yes. We recognize that sometimes it's difficult to fill out the
required information all at once. Creating a nominator's profile
enables you to complete the form at your own pace. You will only
have to provide your contact information once. When you make your
first nomination, you will be asked to create a pass code, which
will enable you to retrieve your saved work. Don't worry — we will
automatically send you an e-mail with your pass code so that you can
refer to it as needed. Q: Can I nominate more than one person?
A: Absolutely! Q: Is there a deadline for nominations?
A: Yes. Monday, Nov. 30, 2009. Q: Who’s judging the nominations?
A: Judges for the Nassau BOCES “Education Partner” awards comprise a
committee of distinguished educators and community leaders.
Q: What constitutes a great nomination?
A:
Judges score nominations solely
on the information provided on the nomination form
— so it makes sense as a nominator to
present evidence of the person’s “influence” when completing the
nomination form. Think reach, think impact and provide strong
information (numbers, percentages, dollars or other statistics) about
the nominee’s activities and successes. When writing the essay,
feel free to use anecdotes, examples and other details that will
make the nominee standout from all the others. Q: When will the winners be announced?
A: Winners will be announced in January 2010. Honorees will be
recognized at a gala awards dinner sponsored by the Nassau BOCES
Educational Foundation on May 6, 2010.
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