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MANAGER OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS
NAME
STATE
RATING
Basco, Margaret
LA
2
Beverly, Jeffery
LA
/
Daw, B. Kevin
MN
2
Edwards, Steve
SC
3 2
Fine, Gary
LA
5
5
Martin, Rick
KS
3
Mazzuchelli, Kathy
ME
2
Nipper, Steve
LA
4 4
Norwood, Bruce
LA
Oliver, Bettye
MS
3 3
Reid, Janice
NJ
3 I
Steffen, Dave
SD
2
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PROJECT CELEBRATION
PAGE 03
To: Billy Moore
From: USDA AMERICORPS
2-27-96 7:44pm p. 4
USDA MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
MANAGER'S NAME:
Marqaret Basco
WORK LOCATION:
Project Celebration, Inc. Many
STATE:
Louisiana
NOMINATED BY:
Linda Rigsby
(Complete the following information)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
100%
on a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION
10
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE TRAINING AND
10
INSTRUCTIONS IN ORDER TO COMPLETE TASKS
MANAGER RESPONDED IN A TIMELY MANNER TO RESOLVE
10
PROBLEMS
MANAGER DEVOTED TIME TO HELP MEMBER(S) DEVELOP AND
10
IMPROVE CITIZEN SKILLS
MANAGER ASSISTED MEMBER(S) WITH COMMUNITY SERVICE
10
PROJECTS ABOVE AND BEYOND STATED OBJECTIVES
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
Margaret Basco is the perfect supervisor. She allows her AmeriCorps
member the freedom to pursue her objectives, while also allowing
and encouraging her to become involved in other community projects.
This allows for much personal growth for the member and a great
advantage for the programs and community goals which are furthered
by this added energy. Through Mrs. Basco's generous nature and
optimistic attitude, Sabine Parish and Project Celebration are
truly enriched.
03-22-96 12:33PM P03
$/1994 03:25 3188285754
PAGE 03
To
Dore
From: USDA AMERICORPS
2-27-96 7:44pm p.4
USDA MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
MANAGER'S NAME:
Mr. Jeffery Beverly
WORK LOCATION:
St. Mary Community Action Agency, Inc
STATE:
Franklin, Louisiana
NOMINATED BY:
Mrs. ALmetra J. Franklin
(Complete the following information)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
100%
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION
10
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE TRAINING AND
10
INSTRUCTIONS IN ORDER TO COMPLETE TASKS
MANAGER RESPONDED IN A TIMELY MANNER TO RESOLVE
10
PROBLEMS
MANAGER DEVOTED TIME TO HELP MEMBER(S) DEVELOP AND
10
IMPROVE CITIZEN SKILLS
MANAGER ASSISTED MEMBER(S) WITH COMMUNITY SERVICE
10
PROJECTS ABOVE AND BEYOND STATED OBJECTIVES
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
USDA MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
MANAGER'S NAME:
B. Kevin Daw, NRCS Area Conservationist
WORK LOCATION:
Duluth
STATE:
Minnesota
NOMINATED BY:
Julie Smith, NRCS AmeriCorps Member
(Complete the following information)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
60%
on a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION
10
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE TRAINING AND
10
INSTRUCTIONS IN ORDER TO COMPLETE TASKS
MANAGER RESPONDED IN A TIMELY MANNER TO RESOLVE
10
PROBLEMS
MANAGER DEVOTED TIME TO HELP MEMBER(S) DEVELOP AND
10
IMPROVE CITIZEN SKILLS
MANAGER ASSISTED MEMBER(S) WITH COMMUNITY SERVICE
10
PROJECTS ABOVE AND BEYOND STATED OBJECTIVES
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
Kevin deserves this award for his direction and supervision given through the
AmeriCorps Program. Kevin saw the need for project assistance for Laurentian RC&D
Council and was able to supply an AmeriCorps Member for this assistance. He has
guided AmeriCorps Member, Julie Smith, to people and resources for Julie to
"Get Things Done" for Laurentian RC&D Council. Kevin has also allowed Julie to
take leadership roles in project decision-making. Through Kevin's guidance and trust
in Julie's work, Julie has been able to develop her leadership skills and key
relationships in the community. Julie says "this AmeriCorps experience has greatly
aided her career development".
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Michael Price
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Phone 612-290-3677
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Fax #
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USDA MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
MANAGER'S NAME:
Steve Edwards
WORK LOCATION:
Walterboro
STATE:
South Carolina
NOMINATED BY:
Dwayne Mangum
(Complete the following information)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
75
so far
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION
10
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE TRAINING AND
10
INSTRUCTIONS IN ORDER TO COMPLETE TASKS
MANAGER RESPONDED IN A TIMELY MANNER TO RESOLVE
19
PROBLEMS
MANAGER DEVOTED TIME TO HELP MEMBER(S) DEVELOP AND
10
IMPROVE CITIZEN SKILLS
MANAGER ASSISTED MEMBER (S) WITH COMMUNITY SERVICE
10
PROJECTS ABOVE AND BEYOND STATED OBJECTIVES
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
Steve approached his collateral assignment as coordinator of the
Walterboro Americorps Team in a positive manner. He began net-
working with our normal partners first, e.g. Conservation Districts,
RC&D Council Members, then branched out to include a variety of state
and local governments as well as numerous conservation minded
organizations which included The Charleston Museum, Charleston County
Parks and Recreation Commission and the National Trust for Historic
Preservation. He made preliminary visits with the potential sponsors
and guided the process very throughly from inception to project
completion as well as follow up. I was very pleased to be associated
with the Americorps group because of the excellent projects they
were working on as well as their reputation they have gained as a
group that gets things done. This, I believe, can be contributed
to a large degree to Steve's management of the program.
USDA MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
MANAGER'S NAME:
Steve Edwards
WORK LOCATION:
Walterboro
STATE:
South Carolina
NOMINATED BY:
Walterbero Americorps
(Complete the following information)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION
10
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE TRAINING AND
10
INSTRUCTIONS IN ORDER TO COMPLETE TASKS
MANAGER RESPONDED IN A TIMELY MANNER TO RESOLVE
10
PROBLEMS
MANAGER DEVOTED TIME TO HELP MEMBER (5) DEVELOP AND
10
IMPROVE CITIZEN SKILLS
MANAGER ASSISTED MEMBER (S) WITH COMMUNITY SERVICE
10
PROJECTS ABOVE AND BEYOND STATED OBJECTIVES
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
1007
LOWCOUNTRY RC&D
SSS/
Natural Resource Conservation Service Americorps
Colleton County Human Services Building
219 South Lemacks St.
Walterboro SC 29488
(803) 549-1533
Fax (803)549-7333
To: Joel Berg, Director, USDA Office of National Service
From: The Lowcountry (Walterboro) USDA NRCS Americorps
Subject: USDA Manager of the Year Award Nomination
Dear Mr. Berg,
The Lowcountry Americorps Team in Walterboro, South Carolina proudly nominates Steve Edwards
for Manager of the Year. Steve personifies the Americorps spirit. Our secret pet name for Steve is
"CAPTAIN AMERICORPS!" His positive attitude and commitiment to conservation has had a
tremendous influence on us all. Steve has given much of his personal time and has gone out of his way TO
broadened our career opportunities.
Steve has worked very hard to insure that all of our projects run smoothly and has worked in the field
with 115 on a majority of our projects. On several occassions he has cooked his famous "shrimp boil"
dinner for sponsors and other important individuals. These special occasions allow us to promote:
Americorps, DNR and NRSC.
Steve Edwards is highly respected in our field and has extensive contacts with other conservationists
throughout the state. His influence and coordinating expertise has cnabled us to be enormously productive.
In a "nutshell" we love Steve and believe that he would make a finc recipient for this prestigous award.
He deserves it!
Sincerly,
Kimberly A. Duffy
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USDA MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
MANAGER'S NAME:
Gary L. Fine
WORK LOCATION:
Golden Meadow Plant Materials Center
STATE:
Louisiana
NOMINATED BY:
Louisiana Coastal Wetlands Environmental Team
(Complete the following information)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
80 z
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION
10
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE TRAINING AND
10
INSTRUCTIONS IN ORDER TO COMPLETE TASKS
MANAGER RESPONDED IN A TIMELY MANNER TO RESOLVE
10
PROBLEMS
MANAGER DEVOTED TIME TO HELP MEMBER(S) DEVELOP AND
9
IMPROVE CITIZEN SKILLS
MANAGER ASSISTED MEMBER(S) WITH COMMUNITY SERVICE
10
PROJECTS ABOVE AND BEYOND STATED OBJECTIVES
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
We, the USDA, NRCS AmeriCorps team would like to nominate our Plant Materials
manager for Manager of the Year. His insights of the immense environmental needs of the
area and his vegetative solutions to coastal erosion, we feel, shows his deep concern. He
knows that something can be done to slow down the erosion of our wetlands and barrier
islands. Some agencies talk solutions, we attempt solutions through his dedicated
guidance.
The team knows that he took a chance in applying for this AmeriCorps team. The ten
of us put three times the wear and tear on the facility. Our use of their gear, tools, and
machinery causes faster breakdown than without us here. He knew there would be
individuals with personal problems which he would have to deal with. Supervising ten
young adults, most between eighteen and twenty, without previous work experience, work
ethics, and with different backgrounds and personalities could be a hassle. But, he went
for it because he saw needs and weighed the alternatives. We deeply appreciate the
chance he gave all of us to grow personally, broaden our skills, and work for our own
education and toward our future. He has instilled, through the work, an awareness of our
environment and its needs in each one of us. We are each, in our own way, making a
difference in ourselves, our community, and the outlook for the future.
AmeriCorps member, Jean Guidry, stated "Gary is a tough, but fair man." All the
members know this to be very accurate. He is very firm in his expectations of our work.
If we need a little push, he provides it and guides us to the objective with the greatest
efficiency of our time and materials. If a situation changes, he and we adjust to it. We
are not expected to do the impossible. He expects and accepts our best work, whether its
the best anyone else could have done or not. If we give a project our all, then he tells us
that's acceptable and all anyone can do or expect from themselves. His supervision and
training instills in each of us the desire to do this in everything that we do. We never
undertake a job without him telling us what to expect and how to accomplish the task.
Sometimes his schedule lets him come with us. We know before we leave that we are
going to be successful. Sometimes, we go out without him. On these occasions, he is on
our minds and in our actions. Our respect for his leadership grows with each project.
When we have problems with a job or occasionally with each other he settles them fairly.
By looking at what caused the situation he leads us to the solution. If a problem comes up
concerning an objective that we cannot reasonably solve because of other circumstances,
like the fire in La Branch, or sponsors not being prepared, then we simply back off and
find a new objective or other work for the time allotted in our schedule. Typically, we see
a need and find a way to meet that need; then we go after it to get the job done. We run
short on time, not activity.
The members awareness as to where they stand individually as citizens has been
instilled in us simply by observance in his manner. He is truly an encouragement to us all.
We now see our roles in society through him. We know that when we finish our season of
service we will have gained personal growth, citizen responsibility, and a personal code of
ethics which we will carry throughout our lives. Rebekah said, "I can't say enough good
things about Mr. Gary, he's been an encouragement for me to finish school." He is a
leader and a friend. The community will have benefited by the empowerment we gave it to
solve problems. Truly with Gary's management and the teams work we are "getting
things done"!
USDA MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
MANAGER'S NAME: RICK MARTIN
WORK LOCATION: KANOPOLIS LAKE
STATE:
KS
NOMINATED BY: JIM MEISENHEIMER
(Complote the following information)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
95
on a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
10
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE TRAINING AND
9
INSTRUCTIONS IN ORDER TO COMPLETE TASKS
MANAGER RESPONDED IN A TIMELY MANNER TO RESOLVE
10
PROBLEMS
9
MANAGER DEVOTED TIME TO HELP MEMBER (G) DEVELOP AND
IMPROVE CITIZEN SKILLS
MANAGER ASSISTED MEMBER(S) WITH COMMUNITY SERVICE
9
PROJECTS ADOVE AND BEYOND STATED OBJECTIVES
Please provide a short narrativo explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not. be read or considered.
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USDA MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD NARRATIVE (KANSAS)
Rick Martin is the Park Manager for the Kansas Department of
Wildlife and Parks, Kanopolis State Park. He supervises the
AmeriCorps team located at the park. The team is serving to
restore the park facilities and wildlife areas following the
devastating 1993 and 1995 Midwest floods.
Rick is nominated for the manager of the year award because
he has provided exceptional supervision to the AmeriCorps
team. Members problems are identified early and corrective
actions are taken immediately to resolve the problems.
Examples of immediate steps to help members includes:
quickly identifying a mentally challenged member and the
means to accommodate the member's needs, ascertaining that a
member was being harassed while off duty causing her to miss
days of service and not perform well, dealing with a member
who had lost his driver's license due to a third drunk while
driving offense, and working with two members who initially
did not get along.
Martin has volunteered his park staff and facilities several
times as a resource to be used in holding USDA-AmeriCorps
meetings for special events involving all the Kansas USDA
teams. He and his staff have donated food and resources to
help accommodate the USDA team's needs while at the park.
Rick has taken a very personal interest in helping his
members while serving at the park and also away from the
park.
He has made a special effort to accommodate the specific
needs of a non-citizen member of the Kanopolis team.
The Kanopolis team has, as a result of Mr. Martin's
leadership, received special equipment operation safety
training.
The Kanopolis team has, with Mr. Martin's leadership,
completed in excess of 95 of the team's goals for the
restoration of the park facilities and wildlife area.
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USDA MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
MANAGER'S NAME:
KaThy Mazzuchelli
WORK LOCATION:
Caribou Recreation Department
STATE:
Maine
NOMINATED BY:
Gary Marqus Americans Member
(Complete the following information)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
45%
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION
10
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE TRAINING AND
10
INSTRUCTIONS IN ORDER TO COMPLETE TASKS
MANAGER RESPONDED IN A TIMELY MANNER TO RESOLVE
10
PROBLEMS
MANAGER DEVOTED TIME TO HELP MEMBER(S) DEVELOP AND
10
IMPROVE CITIZEN SKILLS
MANAGER ASSISTED MEMBER (S) WITH COMMUNITY SERVICE
10
PROJECTS ABOVE AND BEYOND STATED OBJECTIVES
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
Caribou. Parks & Recreation Department
59 BENNETT DRIVE
CARIBOU, MAINE 04736
(207)493-4224 / 498-3954 FAX
USDA MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
03-15-96
Dear Joel;
I am nominating Kathy Mazzuchelli as a candidate for the manager of the year
award. I feel that Kathy has done a great job as a manager for the Americorps program.
Because of her hard work she has been able to help myself in doing the best job that I
can for Americorps. This is our second year in the Americorps program. All throughout
the State I constently hear high praise for Kathy, and I have heard that our program in
Caribou has generated a lot of volunteers and other programs have worked with us
because of the simple reason that Kathy is involved in a lot of the programs in the
Caribou area. She has personally helped me in acheiving the community objectives that
she set out for me. Kathy has also given me a great place to work and grow. She has
given me a computer, telephone, office space, and a vehicle when needed.
Kathy has also let me do my own thinking and she also let me change some things
that have made my job more efficient and effective.
Some of the other things that Kathy has done for the Americorps program and
myself. Is she has spent many days working overtime for the program while she has her
own job to do. Kathy has also sent me on trips to further educate myself in the field of
trails and water quality workshops, these expenses have come out of her own budget.
I understand that you will have a lot of candidates for these awards. but I feel that
you should seriousely consider Kathy Mazzuchelli as the manager of the year award.
If you have any questions please feel free to call me anytime; 207-493-4224
Thank You
you Mag
Gary Marquis
Trails Coordinator
Americorps Member
Recreation: A Lifetime of Experiences
To:-Billy Moore
From: USDA AMERICORPS
2-27-96 7:44pm p.4
USDA MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
MANAGER'S NAME:
Steve Nipper
WORK LOCATION:
Monroe
STATE:
Louisiana
NOMINATED BY:
Sandra Smith/Susan Mattox
(Complete the following information)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION
10
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE TRAINING AND
10
INSTRUCTIONS IN ORDER TO COMPLETE TASKS
10.
MANAGER RESPONDED IN A TIMELY MANNER TO RESOLVE
PROBLEMS
MANAGER DEVOTED TIME TO HELP MEMBER (S) DEVELOP AND
10
IMPROVE CITIZEN SKILLS
MANAGER ASSISTED MEMBER (S) WITH COMMUNITY SERVICE
10
PROJECTS ABOVE AND BEYOND STATED OBJECTIVES
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
M MASSACHUSETTS
UNITED
STATES
DEPARTMENT
OF AGRICULTURE
March 15, 1996
To whom it may concern:
Susan Mattox and Sandra Smith would like to take this
opportunity to nominate Steve Nipper for the USDA Manager of
the Year Award. We feel Steve Nipper has been an exemplary
manager for the U.S.D.A. Farm*A*Syst program carried on in
Monroe, Louisiana.
The excitement he generates from his enthusiasm is
contagious. He radiates a passion of support for the
Agriculture Community here in Northeast Louisiana that is a
challenge to anyone who works with him. We respectfully
refer to Steve as 'The Nipper Man', for he will indeed nip
at our heels if we are not doing our best possible work. We
have yet to see him come into our office and not rattle off
a list of promising new ideas. He never once gave up on the
program, always a constant source of support and
encouragement.
Our favorite Nipper Man story goes like this:
We had spent a couple of days riding around Northeast
Louisiana with Steve meeting different people we would be
working with in the coming months. Steve could not help but
talk endlessly about the different conservation practices he
saw in use as we passed field after field. Susan, who has a
double major in Sociology and Psychology, (not at all
interested in farm practices! OK!) is about to nod off in
the back seat when Sandra makes a totally unnecessary
comment about the color of soil we are passing. Steve then
precedes to wheel the car around into the field,
enthusiastically scooping up large clumps of mud, and
proceeds to dump equal portions into our hands. We then
received a brief (thankfully) explanation of the soil in the
area, while standing there admiring the mud so appalling
placed in such a ceremonious fashion into our manicured
hands. Sandra will never forget the look of incredulous
astonishment on Susan's face, or the completely unaware
manner in which Steve proceeded to explain the relative
merits of Sharkey Clay soil in East Carroll Parish.
Steve Nipper is what all organizations need to accomplish
great goals and to inspire dedicated followers.
To: Billy Moore
From: USDA AMERICORPS
2-27-96 7:44pm p. 4
USDA MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
MANAGER'S NAME:
Bruce Norwood
WORK LOCATION:
STATE:
Louisiana Bastrop County Office
NOMINATED BY:
Ella Watkins
(Complete the following information)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
10
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION
10
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE TRAINING AND
10
INSTRUCTIONS IN ORDER TO COMPLETE TASKS
MANAGER RESPONDED IN A TIMELY MANNER TO RESOLVE
10
PROBLEMS
MANAGER DEVOTED TIME TO HELP MEMBER (S) DEVELOP AND
10
IMPROVE CITIZEN SKILLS
MANAGER ASSISTED MEMBER (S) WITH COMMUNITY SERVICE
/a
PROJECTS ABOVE AND BEYOND STATED OBJECTIVES
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
APR-04-1996 13:32 FROM USDA FMHA
TO
82027204614 P.02
USDA MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
MANAGER'S NAME:
Bettye W. Oliver
WORK LOCATION:
State Office of USDA-RECD
STATE:
Mississippi
NOMINATED BY:
MS USDA -RECD*AmeriCorps Team
(Complete the following information)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
on a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION
10
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE TRAINING AND
10
INSTRUCTIONS IN ORDER TO COMPLETE TASKS
MANAGER RESPONDED IN A TIMELY MANNER TO RESOLVE
10
PROBLEMS
MANAGER DEVOTED TIME TO HELP MEMBER (S) DEVELOP AND
10
IMPROVE CITIZEN SKILLS
MANAGER ASSISTED MEMBER(S) WITH COMMUNITY SERVICE
10
PROJECTS ABOVE AND BEYOND STATED OBJECTIVES
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
FEB-27-1996 19:14
US DEPT. AGRICULTURE
P.04
APR-04-1996 14:04 FROM USDA FMHA
TO
82027204614 P.02
MANAGERS NAME:
Bettye W. Oliver
WORK LOCATION:
State Office/ USDA-RECD
STATE:
Mississippi
NOMINATED BY:
Mississippi USDA-RECD*AmeriCorps Team Members
Bettye W. Oliver should truly be awarded for her efforts as USDA Project Manager.
She exemplifies the greatest leadership abilities that can move any team forward. Bettye Oliver
is very caring, honest, fair, committed, and willing to go that extra mile to make sure the job
gets done. She is the epitome of all Project Managers.
Oliver exemplifies a perfect 10, when supervising her Mississippi AmeriCorps Team.
Although, members are scattered throughout the State, she always finds time to make sure
everyone is performing their specified duties. She always finds the time to call her team
members to find out how they are doing, and what they are doing. If their is ever a problem,
she goes to the root to find out the cause, and iron out the differences. Oliver has worked with
all twelve members on a one on one basis to help them succeed at what ever they were doing.
One purpose of AmeriCorps is to promote active citizenship amongst members. Oliver
has made sure that her members develop and improve their citizen skills by encouraging them
to go that extra mile, when serving their communities. Oliver enforces the ethic of
AmeriCorps, which is getting things done, opportunity, responsibility, and most of all
community. She encourages members to seek out their goals, and she occasionally helps them
implement them. Oliver has often made site visits and physically participated in hard labor
alongside members.
Bettye Oliver is a very democratic leader. She never tries to force her members to
perform their services, but encourages them to get things done. If members need a pat on the
back, she always extends her helping hand. She listens attentively, as if all things matter. Her
smile encourages the members to smile too. Her enthusiasm and pride in her AmeriCorps
team is enough to make anyone feel the same way. Bettye W. Oliver is the motivating force
behind her Mississippi- AmeriCorps Team and together they get things done!
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USDA MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
MANAGER'S NAME:
Janice Reid, site manager
WORK LOCATION:
Freehold, n.g, natural Resources Cous. Sero
STATE:
Srene Liberman
new Jersey
NOMINATED BY:
(Complete the following information)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
50% of yer
on a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION
9
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE TRAINING AND
10
INSTRUCTIONS IN ORDER TO COMPLETE TASKS
MANAGER RESPONDED IN A TIMELY MANNER TO RESOLVE
9
PROBLEMS
MANAGER DEVOTED TIME TO HELP MEMBER(S) DEVELOP AND
9
IMPROVE CITIZEN SKILLS
MANAGER ASSISTED MEMBER( WITH COMMUNITY SERVICE
9
PROJECTS ABOVE AND BEYOND STATED OBJECTIVES
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
Janice Reid is a highly organized,
motivating pupervisor. Her team of 5 americarps
members are enthusiastic about their projects
because they are integrally involved in planning and
decision - making. Janice holds regular team meetings
sech member
and is always aware of the activities and needs of
amencoys program, keeping eyes and ears balance open to
Janice is a great resource to the entire
supervisory and technical skills makes her a fine site many
all possibilities for future planning. Her of
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From: USDA AmeriCorps
2-27-90 5:41pm p.4
USDA MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
MANAGER'S NAME:
DAVE STEFFEN
WORK LOCATION:
Burke
STATE:
SOUTH DAKOTA
NOMINATED BY:
ROSEBUD AMERICORE issume
(Complete the following information)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
30%
on a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE SUPERVISION
9
MANAGER PROVIDED ADEQUATE AND APPROPRIATE TRAINING AND
9
INSTRUCTIONS IN ORDER TO COMPLETE TASKS
MANAGER RESPONDED IN A TIMELY MANNER TO RESOLVE
9
PROBLEMS
KANAGER DEVOTED TIME TO HELP MEMBER(S) DEVELOP AND
9
IMPROVE CITIZEN SKILLS
MANAGER ASSISTED MEMBER (8) WITH COMMUNITY SERVICE
9
PROJECTS ABOVE AND BEYOND STATED OBJECTIVES
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
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sioux tribe entities with perserving the tribes environment
concerns
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NAME
STATE
RATING
Bailey, Ray
TX
3 2
Black, Charlene
NM
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Druilhet, Delores
LA
4 5
Hines, Lisa
KY
3
Kitterlin, Kimberly
LA
4 4
Moore, Lita
AR
3
Nokes, Milton
KS
3
Reaves, Dorothy
MS
3
Richards, Chanel
MS
2
Rigsby, Linda
LA
3
Sitting Bear, John
SD
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Smith, Julie
MN
3
Terrebonne, Susan
LA
3
Watkins, Ella
LA
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Watkins, Rosie
GA
4 3
Witherspoon, Lena
IL
3 I
Witt, Karla
SD
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MAR-28-96 THU 05:06 AM
P.02
From: USDA AmeriCorps
2-27-96 2:58pm p.2
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
Ray Bailey III (Trey)
WORK LOCATION:
City of Luling
Texas
STATE:
NOMINATED BY:
Linda S. Moore
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
100 or more
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
-
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
75%
on a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
9
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
10
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10+
MEMBER HAS SERVED A8 AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
MAR-28-96 THU 05:07 AM
P.03
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER NOMINATION Luling, Texas
Ray Bailey III (Trey) became our AmeriCorps volunteer in Luling on
October 1, 1995. He has been the catalyst to bring together other volunteers, the
City, the Chamber of Commerce and the merchants to realize the fulfillment of
longterm plans for downtown revitalization in Luling.
Our initial application was for two volunteers, with one working with
youth activities and one downtown revitalization. When only one position was
approved, we chose to focus first on revitalization with a secondary emphasis on
youth activities. (See Revised objectives - November 1995.)
Luling leaders have long wanted to beautify the downtown Davis Street
area with antique street lamps to attract more tourists from the busy highways
that intersect the 5 block area. Trey researched the availability of lamps; worked
with the City and a contractor to develop plans for underground utilities and
brick islands; and presented the plans to the City, the merchants and the general
public. He then mounted a PR campaign through the Chamber of Commerce to
seek donors of 20 lights and benches to be installed on brick islands. Within a
matter of weeks, the program was over-subscribed.
Through December 1995, Trey worked with city crews every weekend
except Christmas to install the underground electric lines. He coordinated the
contracting of brick islands, and personally drove the 120 mile round-trips to get
the lights and benches; making several trips with his own vehicle and trailer.
Interested investors started to take notice of the empty historic buildings. Trey
was available to provide data to prospective buyers and tenants. A year ago, about
50% of the 5-block area was vacant. Now, only two buildings remain available.
Renovations of building fronts have taken place all along Davis, and the
enthusiasm has spread to include the Pierce Street business area as well. A
dedication ceremony, with donors, dignitaries and the school band, is planned for
March 30, 1996 . all coordinated by Trey.
Luling's sales taxes have started going up - and were up almost 35% in the
most recent month over the same month last year.
Trey has also secured plans, advertised for bids and supervised the build-
out of a Chamber of Commerce office and visitor center in the Oil Museum on
Davis Street.
He has worked with the youth activities volunteer board to create a plan
whereby the City would hire a parks and recreaction director in the new fiscal
year starting April of 1996. He also secured a $600 donation from the Lions Club
for the program.
He has successfully held the first merchants association organizational
meeting, with 19 merchants present.
Whenever hands or leadership are needed, Trey is there. He has provided
the follow-through support that volunteers have needed to realize their goals.
MAR-28-96 THU 13:10
P. 02/05
To: John Thomas
From: USDA AMERICORPS
2-27-96 7:56pm p. 2
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
Charlene Black
WORK LOCATION:
Deming New Mexico
STATE:
New Mexico
NOMINATED BY:
John Thomas
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
2000 199
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
*
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
*
This member just started in January 1996
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
10
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
10
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please avaid. provide This a short narrative this merits this
will not be read is not or to considered. exceed one explaining page. Nominations why member exceeding one page
FACE 07
To: Billy Moore
From: USDA AMERICORPS
2-27-96 7:44pm p.2
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
Delores J. Druilhet
WORK LOCATION:
St. Mary Community Action Agency
STATE:
Louisiana
NOMINATED BY:
Mrs. ALmetra Franklin
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
816
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
0
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
90%
on a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
10
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
10
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
03-20-96 P07
In the short time Delores Druilhet has been with the St. Mary
Community Action Agency, she has proven herself an asset to our Housing
Department.
As a member of the Housing Department team, she acts as Emergency
Shelter Clerk, assists in screening clients for utility assistance, homeless and
homeless prevention, writes grants for funding of different projects and
assists with commodity distribution.
A very pleasant person, she greets all of our clients with a smile and
immediately stops what she is doing to offer them assistance. She completes
all tasks assigned to her in a timely manner and never hesitates to offer
assistance to her co-workers. Also, Ms. Druilhet accepts additional
responsibilities cheerfully and willingly.
Ms. Druilhet is dedicated to the improvement of our parish. To this
end, she has donated over 800 hours to various community projects, as she
realizes change can only come about when one gives unselfishly of one's time
so others might become empowered to help themselves.
Ms. Druilhet exhibits the qualities all Americorp members should
have. At St. Mary Community Action Agency, we feel that you cannot find a
more outstanding representative of the Americorp ethic than Delores
Druilhet. She, indeed, "Gets Things Done."
03-20-96 03:55PM P08
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME: Lisa Hines
WORK LOCATION: Operation PRIDE
Bowling Green Champion Community
STATE:
KENTUCKY
NOMINATED BY:
Louis F. Elliott, KY Program Manager
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO THE COMMUNITY ABOVE
100
AND BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS:
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN SUPER HERO
BEHAVIOR:
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED:
110
*
Member demonstrated a high degree of
10
interpersonal skill in working with others:
*
Member was able to carry out assigned tasks
10
with a minimum of supervision:
*
Member has demonstrated a strong "Ethic of
10
Service":
*
Member has served as an outstanding
9
representative for USDA and AmeriCorps:
*
On a scale between 1 and 10, with 1 being low and 10 high.
Lisa began her service by having to relocate from the secure and
comfortable surroundings of her family and friends in Louisville,
Kentucky, to the site of her host, "Operation Pride", in Bowling
Green, Kentucky. It appeared at first that Lisa would be unable
to accept the offer and serve as an AmeriCorps member because she
was unable to locate housing in a price range that was within her
means. However, with the help of her site supervisor, Kathie
Curtis, a rental unit was located that she could afford.
Lisa's objection for the "Year of Service" was to organize 120
volunteers to assist in implementing "Neighborhood Pride"
projects. Her term is approximately 60% complete and she has
already exceeded her goal by accomplishing 110% of her stated
objective.
Lisa has totally organized a Spring Clean-Up project which
consists of the following three phases:
PHASE I: Trash Pick-up
Picking up litter, removal of tires, furniture
and appliances
PHASE II: Cutting Brush and Overgrowth
Cutting brush and overgrowth and trimming trees.
PHASE III: Repair Affair
Repair the exteriors of owner occupied houses only;
such as painting, porch stabilizing and repair, roof
repairs, windows, etc.
This has been a very time-consuming task for Lisa which has
involved a lot of night meetings, etc. Listed below are some of
the reasons why I think Lisa deserves this award:
One Community Service Member (Lisa) has organized 100
volunteers to participate in this Spring Clean-Up;
Gathered a broad-base of support from business to provide
donations and supplies;
Arranged with homeowners for the above mentioned repairs;
Has initiated a sense of PRIDE by making the community
citizens responsible for their community appearance;
Promoted the AmeriCorps program through the news media (see
attached).
Individual AmeriCorps Member award
Members Name Kimberly Kitterlin
work Location : Jonesuille RHS, RECD, LA
State : Lovisienz
Noninated by: Richard Hoffpanit
# of hours donated
666
# times member engaged m
super hero behavior
% 1 objective accomplished
90%
1-10
- Member demonstrated a high degree 1
10
interpersonal skills in marking with others
- Member was all to carry out assigned
10
tasks with a minimum I repervision.
- member has demorstrated a strong
10
"Ethic 7 service"
- Marber has served as an oustatanding
10
representative for USDA + Americans
warrative
Kim is the only returning member from our
first year of RECD americangs service. Kim
has served as a role model for members
of the highly succesful TEAM VSDA concept
in CA. Her etforts have ranged from promoting
& accomolishing outreach efforts related to RECD
CONI.
programs, to working with the elderly in
relation to Concil on Aging activities, to
youth in the DARE project Kim's "bulldog"
approach to virtually every thing she
attensts has proved to be her trademark
for Sucess Her future goal to become
an attorney should have attorneys in
louisiana already proparing for many
"hard forght Lattles".
Margarst Staub R05F
From: USDA AmeriCorps
2-27-96 4:10pm p. 2
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
LITA MOORE
WORK LOCATION:
MID-DELTA COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC.
STATE:
ARKANSAS
NOMINATED BY:
MARGARET n. STAUB
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
100hr
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
45%
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
10
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
10
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
The Senior Citizens' Centers have been little more than a place where our older
citizens have come to eat, have a little conversation, and, perhaps a little nap.
Through Ms. Moore's efforts the centers are now livelier, the minds and hands are
more engaged, and there seems a new atmosphere whenever one walks into the Senior
Citizen Centers. The questionnaire above asked if she'd saved any lives. Perhaps
not literally, but her efforts have certainly improved their quality of life.
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME: MILTON NOKES
WORK LOCATION: TOPEKA
STATE:
KS
NOMINATED BY: JIM MEISENHEIMER
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
114
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
-
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
95
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
10
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
10
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAG DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this momber merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
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INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD NARRATIVE (KANSAS)
Milton Nokes is a member of the Topeka Aquatic Stream
Habitat Restoration Team and is nominated for the individual
AmeriCorps member award. Milton has donated numerous hours
of community service beyond his normal AmeriCorps service.
He has provided significant leadership to his AmeriCorps
team members in the area of community service.
Milton has been a key factor in his team's accomplishments
exceeding 95 percent of their goals.
Milton has demonstrated a high degree of capability in
working with his fellow team members and other USDA and non-
USDA team members. He played a key role in developing and
presenting a 5-hour program for all Kansas USDA-AmeriCorps
members on conflict resolution.
Among the community activities that Milton engaged in are:
visiting with elderly patients at the Shawnee Mental Health
Agency, meeting with over 10 male members of the Topeka
Presbytorian Long Term Care facility, communicating and
formulating plans for the exchange with the members of the
Bridges Across the Heartland AmeriCorps team, leading the
team in its service with the, "The Names Project AIDS Quilt
Memorial."
During his service with the Names Project, Milton had to
deal with a group of citizens (Rev. Phelps) that expressed
dissenting opinions of the moral issues regarding AIDS.
Milton has effectively demonstrated a very strong "ethic of
service" as evidenced by his willingness to provide extra
effort and his significant extra community service
activities. He has been an outstanding representative of
USDA and AmeriCorps.
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To: Ronnie Hudspeth Y28E
From: USDA AmeriCorps
2-27-96 5:17pm p. 2
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
Dorothy Reaves
WORK LOCATION:
Greenwood Area Office NRCS
STATE:
Mississippi
NOMINATED BY:
James E. Johnson
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
160
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
-
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
100
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
10
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
10
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
Dorothy has served the Americorp Program well by organizing
and implementing a newspaper recycling program and by involving
local citizens, governmental officals and private corporation
in a joint effort to develope jobs and carry out the mission
of the project. Dorothy also works with "At Risk Students"
to help them become better, more productive citizens. We
strongly support and recommend Dorthy Reaves for this award.
James Johnson
Area Conservationist
NRCS
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INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
Members Name: Chanel Richards
Work Location: Canton, Mississippi (Charles Bannerman Family
Development Center in Flora, MS)
State: Mississippi
Nominated By: Bettye W. Oliver, USDA-RECD/AmeriCorps State
Contact
Number of Hours Donated to Community Above and
Beyond Required Service Hours
95
Percentage of Objectives Accomplished
85%
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and
10 high, answer the following questions:
Member demonstrated a high degree of interpersonal
skills in working with others
10
Member was able to carry out assigned tasks
with a minimum of supervision
10
Member has demonstrated a strong "ethic of service" 10
Member has served as an outstanding representative
for USDA and Americorps
10
Chanel Richards is a second term member and has demonstrated tremendous
growth. During her first term of service, she was very timid and
reserved. I have observed her as she took constructive criticism and
made lemonade out of lemons.
Chanel emerged as the natural leader for the USDA-RECD Mississippi Team.
She has chosen a pathway of self-confidence and high self-esteem.
Chanel demonstrates a positive state of mind, recognizes and
acknowledges the perspectives of others and participates in a unique way
in improving the quality of life for others and in particular, the
community where she serves. She has a keen sense of humor and has fun
as she "gets things done" for Rural Mississippi!
Chanel needs very little supervision and is always eager to get things
done in her service area as well as in the communities of her team
members. She encourages her team to exercise responsibility in their
respective communities and shares the AmeriCorps Opportunity (i.e.,
service and educational benefits at community gatherings. She serves as
the liaison between USDA-RECD/AmeriCorps and the Mississippi Commission
for Community and National Service.
Chanel, truly exemplifies the word, "service" Her accomplishments
have reflected favorably upon her and her family and have brought
distinct credit to USDA and AmeriCorps.
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10: DILLY moore
From: USDA AMERICORPS
2-27-96 7:44pm p. 2
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
Linda Rigsby
WORK LOCATION:
Project Celebration, Inc.: Many, LA
STATE:
Louisiana
NOMINATED BY:
Margaret Basco
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
380
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
100%
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
10
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
10
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR usda AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
Linda works tirelessly on not only her AmeriCorps objectives, but
also on anything that needs to be done regarding our many programs,
projects and assignments. She gives freely of herself, often
enlisting the aid of her family and friends to offer their
time and services for volunteer projects. She is a great asset
to our agency, our community and AmeriCorps.
03-22-96 12:33PM
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SINTE GLESKA UNIVERSITY
From: USDA AmeriCarps
2-27-5 Si41pm .2
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
-Toher Sitting Bear
WORK LOCATION:
R.D.T Forestry
STATE:
S.D.
WOMENATED BY:
Lester LeaderC harye/ Team Leader
(complete the following information)
NUMBER or HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
NA
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
1
SUPER HKRO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMETISHED
100%
on a scale between 1 and 10, with one being lov and 10 high, ansver the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
9
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
9
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETTLIC OF SERVICE"
9
MEMBER EAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
9
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
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INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
JULIE SMITH
WORK LOCATION:
DULUTH
STATE:
MINNESOTA
NOMINATED BY:
B. KEVIN DAW
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
160
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
0
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
60%
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
10
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
10
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
As a second term AmeriCorps member, Julie has demonstrated high personal initiative
and a keen sense of service to the project and community. Julie is an outstanding
example of how AmeriCorps is envisioned to serve society. She is a role model for other
members and the program. Julie has been involved in several state-wide and multi-state
programs to showcase and explain the AmeriCorps program. Julie has succeeded in involving
a broad base of project supporters throughout northeast Minnesota resulting in highly
satisfied sponsors and customers. AmeriCorps is a well respected contributor to regional
needs thanks to the efforts of Julie Smith.
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INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
Susan Terrebonne
WORK LOCATION:
Golden Meadow Plant Materials Center
STATE:
Louisiana
NOMINATED BY:
Gary Fine, Project Manager
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
70 +
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
80
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
10
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
9
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
Susan Terrebonne began her service with the Louisiana Coastal Wetlands Environmental
AmeriCorps Team in November, 1995. Susan applied and came on as a team member. I
have recognized in Susan a devotion for coastal wetlands conservation issues and
leadership qualities. I have given Susan responsibilities and charges that she did not
pursue or ask for. She has readily accepted responsibility and demonstrated by actions
that she would make a very effective team leader. Her energy and devotion to coastal
conservation efforts and people are an excellent attribute for team leader. As a result of
her unselfishness and dedication to the team Susan has been appointed team leader for the
Louisiana Coastal Wetlands Environmental Team. Susan has performed duties and
responsibilities beyond expectations. Susan is very cooperative and she takes an active
role to get things done on a daily basis. Though she started as a team member, she has
gained the respect and devotion of the team members. Her enthusiasm has spread to the
rest of the team. Susan takes an active roll to learn new skills and take on new challenges.
She is very community minded and volunteers much of her own time to community issues.
Susan attended the Facilitative Leadership training that was sponsored by AmeriCorps.
She has actively utilized many of the ideas and concepts addressed in the training. I feel
this has facilitated team building and comradery among members.
Our work is very demanding requiring physical stamina. Working in the marsh is often
harsh and requires a dedicated individual that truly believes in the efforts necessary to
carry out our mission.
Susan has taken the initiative to carry out a letter writing campaign to promote USDA
AmieriCorps and solicit partnerships and sponsorships that move the team to getting
things done. She has organized and lead the team in visiting high schools. The team has
visited five schools to date. Programs presented have been well received. This has led to
request by teachers for the team to return to address a greater number of students.
We have an excellent team and Susan has been a driving influence to make the team as
effective as it is. I am fortunate as the team supervisor to have an effective and motivated
team leader such as Susan. I believe the devotion that Susan has demonstrated to
AmeriCorps, the environmental team, and our goals deserves recognition.
To: Billy Moore
From: USDA AMERICORPS
2-27-96 7:44pm p. 2
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
Ella Workins
WORK LOCATION:
Louisiana Bastrop -RECP
STATE:
NOMINATED BY:
Ella Workins
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
160
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
0
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
50%
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
10
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
10
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
APR- 3-96 WED 8:52
P.02
Crisp/Dooly Enterprise Community
Post Office Box 38
(912) 273-9111
Cordole, Georgia 31010
(912) 273-9571 Fax
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
Member's Name: Rosie Watkins
Work Location: Crisp/Dooly Partnership, Inc., 118-B 12th Ave. E., Cordele, GA 31015
(Site R-13B)
State: Georgia
Nominated By: Elton R. Shauf, Executive Director, Crisp/Dooly Partnership, Inc.
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE
220
AND BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
100*
*Data to measure achievement of one objective, related to percentage
reduction of teen pregnancy, is not yet available. Rosie has exceeded
all measurable objectives.
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the following
questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
10
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS
10
WITH A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF
10
SERVICE"
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING
10
REPRESENTATIVE FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
One-page supporting narrative is attached.
APR- 3-96 WED 8:52
P.03
Ms. Rosie Watkins is the only AmeriCorps Member involved in implementation of the
Strategic Plan of the Crisp/Dooly Enterprise Community. Her mission is to work with
other community organizations and volunteers to implement youth development activities
described in the Strategic Plan. She has accomplished that mission in a superb manner. In
less than 6 months, she has met objectives that were designed to be accomplished over a
period twice that long.
Some of her most significant accomplishments are:
She conducted 11 workshops on teen pregnancy prevention and dropout
prevention. Over 390 youth participated.
She is organizing a Teens Against Teen Pregnancy task force. To date, 33 teens
from our two counties' high schools have volunteered to serve.
Over 60 adults of varied racial and socio-economic backgrounds have joined her
family mentoring task force. School officials have helped her identify youth who
will benefit from the mentors' efforts.
With the assistance of other AmeriCorps Members in Georgia, she conducted
youth rallies in all our counties' high schools and middle schools. The focus was
on making right choices. Topics discussed included dropout prevention,
pregnancy prevention, and AIDS prevention. During the rallies, she reached over
2900 students. I received extensive positive feedback, largely unsolicited, from
school administrators, faculty, parents of students, and students. During these
rallies, Ms. Watkins demonstrated that to a far greater extent than most adults, Ms.
Watkins gains and holds the attention of her youthful audiences.
One of the reasons youth respect Ms. Watkins and listen to her is that she has "been
there." She grew up in a welfare family and was herself a welfare mother. She determined
to escape this cycle of dependency and did so. A key component of her message to youth
is, in effect, "I overcame obstacles, I made it, and so can you."
Another reason for her success is that Ms. Watkins has boundless energy and expends
most of it helping others. For example, in her "spare time" last December, she organized a
Christmas celebration that provided boxes of food and an evening's entertainment for over
70 needy families.
Rosie Watkins is one of the most effective community servants I have known. She is a
truly outstanding ambassador for the Enterprise Community program, the USDA and the
AmeriCorps. I strongly recommend her service be recognized with an Individual
AmeriCorps Member Award.
TO: RI. US Williams AIVE
From: USDA AmeriCorps
2-27-96 3:00pm p.2
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
LENA WITHERSPOON
WORK LOCATION:
4434 S. LAKE PARK
STATE:
ILLINOIS
NOMINATED BY:
LATHROP HOMES
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
100
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
0
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
100
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 nigh, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
10
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
10
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
Ms Lena Witherspoon is the liasion for Lathrop Homes and The Chicago
Environmental Action Team. She has gone the extra mile in every aspect of
her duties. I appreciate everything that she has done in helping us
get the apartments ready for occupants of Lathrop Homes.
Sincerely
James Clark
James Blark
TO: RL. US Williams Airt
From: USUA AmeriCorps
2-27-96 3:00pm p. 2
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
LENA WITHERSPOON
WORK LOCATION:
4434 S. LAKE PARK
STATE:
ILLINOIS
NOMINATED BY:
JANE ADDAMS CONFERENCE
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 nigh, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
10
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
10
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
ms. Witherspoon is amiable, knowledgesble,
able to impart her knowledge, and a dedicated
and tireless worker. she encourages people
by her example and her enthusism to care
for and improve the environment. she has
worked alongoide the a group of women at
Henry Horner Homes (a public housing development)
to establish a community garden/park The women Green
are members of the Jane addams west side contribution. Belt
and deeply appreciate me. Witherspoon's Sincerely,
TO: ML. us Williams Airt
From: USUA AmeriCorps
2-27-96 3:00pm p. 2
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
LENA WITHERSPOON
WORK LOCATION:
4434 S. LAKE PARK
STATE:
ILLINOIS
NOMINATED BY:
THE NATURE CONSERVANCY
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
10
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS:
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
10
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
Lena has consistently taken initiative in providing leadership
to The Nature Conservancy's mighty Acorm program.
Her strengths include an eageness to learn new things,
an ability to communicate effectively with adults and
children, and a demonstrated ability to lead AmeriCanps
team members. She is a very positive person to work with.
TD: ki. us Williams Airt
From: USDA AmeriCorps
2-27-90 3:08pm
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
LENA WITHERSPOON
WORK LOCATION:
4434 S. LAKE PARK
STATE:
ILLINOIS
NOMINATED BY:
FELLOWSHIP HOUSE
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
7
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
8
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
8
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
8
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
Lena has been an organized and effective
leader of the USDA Americans Program. Hen
environmental training + expertive allows yours
to understand the connections in the
natural people world. she should be commended for
her efforts in this area.
ID: RUCUS Williams A1/C
From: USUA AmeriCorps
2-27-96 3:00pm p. 2
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
LENA WITHERSPOON
WORK LOCATION:
4434 S. LAKE PARK
STATE:
ILLINOIS
NOMINATED BY:
Garfield Park Conservatory
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 nigh, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
10,
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
10
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
LENA Witherspoon demonstrates in
WORDS and action, skill interestand
Enthusidsm
3/29/96
Rimettan
Checky put District
ID: MI. US Williams Airt
From: USDA AmeriCorps
2-27-96 3:00pm p. 2
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
LENA WITHERSPOON
WORK LOCATION:
4434 S. LAKE PARK
STATE:
ILLINOIS
NOMINATED BY:
Chicago Academy of Science
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
8
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
10
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
Individual Americorps Member Award
Member's Name:
LENA WITHERSPOON
Work Location:
4434 S. Lake Park
State:
Illinois
Nominated by:
The Nature Museum, Chicago Academy of Sciences
At the Nature Museum, Lena has shown adeptness at teaching science to children. She has
shared her knowledge with her co-workers. She has assumed leadership roles in scheduling and
training new volunteers to the program. She is an excellent role model for other volunteers as
well as the children she teaches. Lena is enthusiastic about her work and passes on her spirit to
the children with whom she works. She shows initiative in solving problems that arise during her
shift and makes suggestions as to how we can improve our programs and training procedure.
Lena is a valued member of the Visitor Programs team.
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
LENA WITHERSPOON
WORK LOCATION:
4434 S. LAKE PARK
STATE:
ILLINOIS
NOMINATED BY:
CARZELLA PRITCHETT
(Complete the following information)
NUMBER OF HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
100
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
0
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
100
On a scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 nigh, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
10
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TASKS WITH
10
A MINIMUM OF SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member merits this
award. This is not to exceed one Dade. Nominations exceeding
LENA HAS SHOWN REMARKABLE SKILLS IN LEADERSHIP THROUGHOUT HER TERM OF SERVICE,
SHE IS THE LEASON FOR THE NATURE CONSERVANCY, LATHROP HOMES, FELLOWSHIP HOUSE,
ASSISTANT LEASON FOR CAS, AND OFTEN ACTS IN MY PLACE WHEN I'M OUT OF THE
OFFICE. SHE IS DEPENDABLE, TRUSTWERTHY, AND PROFESSIONAL.
Carzella C. entohett
P.S. EXPRESS ALL OF THE MANY WAYS THAT
I LEAN CAN HAS NOT HELP THE PROGRAM AND MANY
OF THE INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS.
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From: USDA AmeriCorps
2-27-98 5:41pm 3.2
INDIVIDUAL AMERICORPS MEMBER AWARD
MEMBER'S NAME:
Karla With
WORK LOCATION:
Rosebuck
STATE:
Screth Dakota
NONINATED BY:
Teams leader Clarence Porman
(complete the following information)
NUMBER or HOURS DONATED TO COMMUNITY ABOVE &
N/A
BEYOND REQUIRED SERVICE HOURS
NUMBER OF TIMES MEMBER ENGAGED IN
11/a
SUPER HERO BEHAVIOR (i.e. saved a life)
PERCENTAGE OF OBJECTIVES ACCOMPLISHED
20%
on . scale between 1 and 10, with one being low and 10 high, answer the
following questions:
MEMBER DEMONSTRATED A HIGH DEGREE OF
10
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS IN WORKING WITH OTHERS
MEMBER WAS ABLE TO CARRY OUT ASSIGNED TANKS WITH
10
1 MINIMUM or SUPERVISION
MEMBER HAS DEMONSTRATED A STRONG "ETHIC OF SERVICE"
10
MEMBER HAS SERVED AS AN OUTSTANDING REPRESENTATIVE
10
FOR USDA AND AMERICORPS
Please provide a short narrative explaining why this member nerits this
award. This is not to exceed one page. Nominations exceeding one page
will not be read or considered.
im member Karla with is outgoing adaptable a quick leaves
mel able to work with little Desparrision. Show good work Ith
rimsly. open to new isleas and considerate to others.
inc member Karla with puts there first volunteers for new you
mal yes the extrace mile to over see project computeted.
formed Americans to improve herself, and our environment