Inspire Awards
What is an Inspire Award?
Do you know someone who goes above and beyond to support students in the Halton District School Board? The Inspire Awards are all about these people. Inspiration can come from a diverse range of actions. Everyone in the HDSB community can nominate or be nominated – families, neighbor's, related organizations, staff, students and school volunteers!
This award will be given to an individual or group, formally or informally associated with the Halton District School Board, who has through their actions fulfilled the following criteria in an exemplary way:
Demonstrated caring, initiative, innovation, creativity;
Inspired others; and
Supported students and contributed to their achievement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is eligible to be nominated?
An individual or a group who has/have supported students in the Halton District School Board and contributed to their success or achievement. This could include staff, students, parents, volunteers, or members of the school community who are formally or informally associated with the Halton District School Board.
Who is ineligible to be nominated?
Superintendents, the Director of Education, Associate Director and publicly elected trustees cannot be nominated for an Inspire Award.
How often may an individual or group be nominated?
An individual or group may be nominated more than once, but will only qualify for recognition once per school year. First time nominees may receive priority.
Where will the award be presented?
The Inspire Award recipient will choose the location of the presentation. The Inspire Award can be presented during the first 15 minutes of the public session of a Board meeting, or at the school/ workplace of the recipient.
What is the deadline for nominations?
There is no deadline for the Inspire Award, as it is an ongoing program. Individuals can be nominated throughout the school year.
Can someone who has received an award from another educational organization or professional group be nominated for the Inspire Award?
An individual or a group who has/have supported students in the Halton District School Board and contributed to their success or achievement. This could include staff, students, parents, volunteers, or members of the school community who are formally or informally associated with the Halton District School Board.
Who can nominate?
Nominations may come from any stakeholder(s) associated with the Halton District School Board (either formally or informally), including students, staff, parents/guardians, volunteers, and other members of the school/Board community.
Note: Superintendents, the Director of Education, Associate Director or publicly elected trustees may not nominate people for an inspire award.