Following are general guidelines and criteria for nominating a candidate and submitting supporting materials.

ELIGIBILITY: Any full-time staff member of Sheridan County School District #3, with two full years of service in the district (includes route drivers).

CRITERIA: The nominee should:
 Extend themself beyond basic required duties by displaying initiative and creativity
 Be an exceptional, skillful, dedicated employee, and should have knowledge of the school system as it relates to their job
 Contribute to the students, school, and District in the following manner:

 Enhances the overall performance of the District according to the District Mission and Belief Statement
 Create positive relationships with students, co-workers, administration, and the community
 Make school safer, healthier and more attractive
 Exhibit good interpersonal skills
 Utilize in-services and/or trainings to consistently improve and develop skills
 Self-motivated to be a lifelong learner
 Demonstrate a continuing effort to improve skills outside official duties through formal/informal education or in-service activities
 Have a record of exceptional performance and devotion as demonstrated by cooperation, competency, efficiency, special acts, and service

NOMINATIONS: Any individual, group of employees, students or citizens, may submit nominations. Nominations should be made without regard to age, sex, race or religion. Nominations must be accompanied by supporting material.

SELECTION: The Sheridan County School District #3 Board of Trustees will select the Certified and Classified Employee of the Year at the May Regular Board Meeting.

AWARD: The Certified and Classified Employee of the Year names will be considered for recognition at the state level and those chosen will receive a $2000 award from the Board of Trustees.