This is the official form for recommending a person to be considered for a Maine AHPERD Honor Award.  These awards will be presented at the annual Maine AHPERD conference.

The nominee for Worthy of Praise, Distinguished Leadership, and Worthy of Highest Praise criteria must:

* have a college degree or state/national certification in area of expertise
* have  a minimum of five years of experience in a discipline
* show evidence of professional commitment and serves as a positive role model through membership, leadership, involvement and service in the state, district and national organizations
* assume responsibility for his/her own professional growth
* be a current member of Maine AHPERD and has maintained membership for five years

The Community Award (formerly Lay Person Award) goes to an organization or individual who has supported Maine AHPERD or the mission of Maine AHPERD. The individual is not required to be a member of Maine AHPERD or one of the professions of the organization.