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 Gala in May 2012 at the Craneway Pavilion.
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
Nomination forms for the following awards are available online between December and February of every school year. The deadline for nominations in the 2011-2012 school year has passed.
- Teaching Excellence/Teacher of the Year Award
- Distinguished Staff Award
- Distinguished Citizen Award
- Printed name of nominee.
- Reasons for the nomination, which 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 email address.
Awards will be presented at the 24th Annual Ed. Fund Excellence in Education Gala on May 18, 2012 at the Craneway Pavilion in Richmond, CA. Please visit our events page for more information.
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
2011 Award Winners
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Laura Buffi
Valley View Elementary School |
Sofia Close
Middle College High School |
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Andrew de Holl
Pinole Middle School |
JG Larochette
Coronado Elementary School |
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Morgan LaRue
LoVonya DeJean Middle School |
Jason Lau
LoVonya DeJean Middle School |
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Distinguished Citizen Award Distinguished Staff Award |
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