On May 16, NPS was one of 26 school districts that were recognized by the Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB). MASB along with the generous support of SET SEG School Insurance Specialists, annually selects school districts with innovative programs. Specifically, MASP honors districts that have found unique solutions to complex educational challenges, and haven’t let financial challenges and limited resources stand in the way of attaining excellence.The Education Excellence Awards honor the top three local school districts in each of eight categories and the top three intermediate school district programs.*
The program, PROJECT CITIZEN was honored in the Community Engagement category. As you may be aware, Project Citizen is a program in which all NPS 5th grade students work together to identify needs and follow through with plans to make a positive difference in the community. This program has greatly increased student understanding of becoming responsible citizens and the importance of working with other citizens to make communities better. As a result, some of the projects have included the 5th grade students participating in environmental clean-up, reading and working with younger students, recycling, etc.
NPS is very proud of the PROJECT CITIZEN program. Congratulations to the 5th grade teachers (both past and present) at Velma Matson Upper Elementary for this accomplishment. Jaime Harkness, 5th grade teacher was on hand in East Lansing to accept the award.
*Information taken from MASB Bulletin.