Recognition of Recipients of State and National Awards (Curriculum and Instruction Division)

The Division of Curriculum and Instruction is very pleased to recognize Hillsborough District students and staff for their outstanding achievements.

Nestle Very Best in Youth 2007 Award

The Nestle Very Best in Youth Foundation presented Benjamin Carpenter, Grade 7, Williams Middle Magnet School student, the Nestle Very Best in Youth 2007 Award. Nestle created this award in 1997 believing that young people should be recognized and celebrated for “doing the right thing.”

Holland & Knight National Holiday Card Contest

Blake High School student, Aileen Painter, was the winner of this year’s Holland & Knight national holiday card contest. The image was produced on the Holland & Knight Law Firm's Holiday card, which is sent out internationally. The image was also made into a email card which was animated. Ms. Painter has received a scholarship from the City of Tampa “Art Stare” program. This is the second time a Blake student has won this award.

National Association of Agricultural Educators (NAAE) "Teachers Turn the Key Award"

Barrett Keene, Middleton High School agricultural education instructor, was one of fifty-one individuals who received the “Teachers Turn the Key Award” on December 15, 2007, at the National Association of Agricultural Educators (NAAE) annual conference in Las Vegas. NAAE is the professional association for agricultural educators. The mission of NAAE is “professionals providing agricultural education for the global community through visionary leadership, advocacy, and service.”

All District Goals and Critical Success Factors

This Agenda Item is for recognition of student and staff successes and has no financial impact to the District.

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