Central City Board of Education Wins 2006 Outstanding Board Award
( Nebraska Association of School Boards Outstanding Board Award
1998, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006)
Board Members Recognized through NASB Awards of Achievement Program
The Central City Board of Education received its eighth Outstanding Board Award presented by the Nebraska Association of School Boards (NASB). Central City received this prestigious award for the first time in 1998-99. Out of 275 districts that belong to NASB, the Central City Board was one of 10 school boards that were recognized at York. The plaque presented to the board reads, “For continuing excellence as an outstanding board.”
Public demands for accountability have never been higher, nor have expectations for student achievement. In addition, state standards and the federal No Child Left Behind Act mandate that children perform at ever-increasing levels. But the resources to get the job done often are stretched thin. To ensure they are prepared to tackle the various challenges of the job, board members spend considerable time each year in attending training offered through the Nebraska Association of School Boards and the National School Boards Association.
According to Superintendent of Schools Dr. Jeff West, “In order to carry out their roles effectively, it is important that board members keep abreast of changing times and circumstances. Our board is very active in state and national conferences which provide opportunities for them to explore new ideas and see what is being done throughout Nebraska and nationally.”
The NASB Awards of Achievement program is designed to recognize the time and commitment made by board members in continuing their education and their involvement in the Association. Points are awarded for participation in local, state and national activities which enhance effective board service.
NASB Awards of Achievement-Individual Board Members
Level I 50-149 points
Level II 150-249 points
Level III 250-349 points
Level IV 350-499 points
Level V 500-749 points
Level VI 750-999 points
Level VII (Lifetime Achievement Award) 1000 points
Receiving special recognition at the Annual Membership Meeting in York this year were the following board member(s):
Kim Benner-Level IV
Other members of the Central City Board of Education include Sally Armatys-Level IV Steve Belitz-Level III, Dave Christensen-Level III, Dale Palser-Level VI, and Kent Malm-Level VIII
“This is a turbulent time to be a leader in public education. Reorganization and accountability have focused the public's eyes on the work that public schools are doing. That's why it is important for board members to spend time with other school leaders in their area who share these same challenges and concerns” according to West.