Fairfax County Public Schools recognizes outstanding employees at all levels. Once again this year, all schools in FCPS are encouraged to nominate Outstanding Employees. You may nominate an employee in one or more categories. All that is required for a preliminary nomination is a paragraph or two about how this employee demonstrates exceptional work in the criteria for that category.
We are asking you, the Olde Creek community, to help us gather names for this process. Thank you for participating and helping us recognize the outstanding qualities of our staff members.
Outstanding Teacher
- Instills in students a desire to learn and achieve
- Understands the individual needs of students, encourages their talents and fosters their self-esteem
- Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of subject matter and the ability to share it effectively with students
- Fosters cooperative relationships and engages with their colleagues and the community
- Demonstrates outstanding leadership
- Fosters an environment where diversity in all of its forms is valued and appreciated and demonstrates keeping equity at the center of their work
- Contributes to one or more of the following Ignite Goals, in the FCPS Strategic Plan (Student Success, Caring Culture, Premier Workforce, Resource Stewardship)
Outstanding New Teacher- Exhibits superior instructional skills
- Interacts exceptionally well with students
- Demonstrates excellent ability to communicate and engage with faculty, staff, parents, and the community
- Fosters an environment where diversity in all of its forms is valued and appreciated and demonstrates keeping equity at the center of their work
- Contributes to one or more of the following Ignite Goals, in the FCPS Strategic Plan (Student Success, Caring Culture, Premier Workforce, Resource Stewardship)
Outstanding New Principal- Gathers, analyzes, and uses data for student achievement
- Communicates a clear vision for school improvement and stakeholder engagement
- Maintains effective discipline and foster a safe environment for students and staff
- Exhibits effective communication skills when working with staff and community members
- Models professionalism and promotes the professional growth of others
- Foster an environment where diversity in all of its forms is valued and appreciated and demonstrates keeping equity at the center of their work
- Contribute to one or more of the following Ignite Goals, in the FCPS Strategic Plan (Student Success, Caring Culture, Premier Workforce, Resource Stewardship)
Outstanding Leader (Assistant Principals)
- Provides a unique and exceptional contribution to FCPS through their work
- Demonstrates commitment and leadership in their field
- Fosters cooperative relationships with colleagues and/or the community
- Fosters an environment where diversity in all of its forms is valued and appreciated and demonstrates keeping equity at the center of their work
- Contributes to one or more of the following Ignite Goals, in the FCPS Strategic Plan (Student Success, Caring Culture, Premier Workforce, Resource Stewardship)
Outstanding Professional Employee (Common positions in this category: Special Education Department Chair, School-Based Technology Specialist, Technology Support Specialist, Instructional Coach, Psychologist, Social Worker, School Counselor, Safety and Security Specialist, Resource Teachers that serve in an administrative role in a school)
- Provides a unique and exceptional contribution to FCPS through their work
- Demonstrates commitment and leadership in their field
- Fosters cooperative relationships with colleagues and/or the community
- Fosters an environment where diversity in all of its forms is valued and appreciated and demonstrates keeping equity at the center of their work
- Contributes to one or more of the following Ignite Goals, in the FCPS Strategic Plan (Student Success, Caring Culture, Premier Workforce, Resource Stewardship)
Outstanding Operational Employee (Common positions in this category: Administrative and Office Staff, Safety and Security Assistant, Custodial Staff, Food Service Staff, IA, PHA, PHTA, All Parent Liaisons)
- Provides a unique and exceptional contribution to FCPS through their work
- Demonstrates commitment and leadership in their field
- Fosters cooperative relationships with colleagues and/or the community
- Fosters an environment where diversity in all of its forms is valued and appreciated and demonstrates keeping equity at the center of their work
- Contributes to one or more of the following Ignite Goals, in the FCPS Strategic Plan (Student Success, Caring Culture, Premier Workforce, Resource Stewardship