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Staff and Volunteer Recognition

IMAD Award Winners: Heidi Richert, Staff and Jeanetta Denson, Volunteer.


During the school year, the Derby Public Schools USD 260 Board of Education presents the I Make A Difference Award (IMAD) to a selected number of staff members and school volunteers. This award recognizes persons for (1) outstanding and/or lengthy service to students and school district, or (2) outstanding service to the community, reflecting credit upon the school district. Students, parents, staff members, volunteers and school patrons are encouraged to make nominations. Nominations that are not selected for a particular month, will be held over for consideration during the remaining month of that school year.

Nominations are due on the 1st of each month. Previous IMAD winners are ineligible. To submit your IMAD, please fill out the form below.

Nominate a Deserving Individual!