CULTURE OF INNOVATION AWARDS

Purpose:          

The Manor Schoolhouse Foundation (MSF) wishes to recognize five individuals (one from each of the five target groups) working in Manor ISD who promote a “culture of innovation” in their work or share their creativity and innovation more broadly outside of their classroom or work environment. Examples could include recognizing individuals who mentor other teachers, develop and share new resources, lead training, sponsor campus activities, etc. The MSF wants to recognize the innovation being shared that inspires others.

Eligibility:         

Potential award winners must work in Manor ISD and may include contracted employees working within the district. Potential award winners must be nominated by someone who is familiar with their work (e.g., supervisor, co-worker). One winner will be selected from each of the following target groups:

o  Elementary School Teachers

o  Middle School Teachers 

o  High School Teachers 

o  Campus / District Support Staff (any level)

o  Campus / District Administrators (any level)

Process:         

 Nominations must be completed and received through the Google nomination form. Nominations for each targeted group will be requested and accepted during a specific period of time during the school year. Nominations will be reviewed and selected by the Manor Schoolhouse Foundation Program Committee throughout the year. Award winners will be selected by the MSF Program Committee members by consensus based on a demonstration of a culture of innovation in their work. Potential award winners will be presented to the full Manor Schoolhouse Foundation board and the appropriate Manor ISD staff for final approval. Award winners will be recognized at Manor ISD Board meetings following this proposed schedule (subject to change).

Nominations for the categories below will be accepted through 6 p.m. April 26, 2024

Nominations have closed.

Funding Amount:        

 Each award winner will receive a VISA gift card funded by the Manor Schoolhouse Foundation. 

Administrator “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Bluebonnet Trail Elementary Principal Angel DeLuna on May 21, 2022.

He also received a $200 gift card as a small token of our appreciation. #ManorISD #ItMatters

Support Staff “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Manor Senior High School Senior Administrator Assistant. Patricia Reyes on May12, 2022.

She also received a $200 gift card as a small token of our appreciation. #ManorISD #ItMatters

High School “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Manor Early College High School Science Department Chair Mr. Stephen Fisher on April 18, 2022 during a MECHS Staff Meeting.

He also received a $200 gift card as a small token of our appreciation. #ManorISD #ItMatters

Middle Schools Educator “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Manor Middle School Math Teacher Kristen Thomas on March 31, 2022 during one of her math classes.

She also received a $200 gift card as a small token of our appreciation. #ManorISD #ItMatters

Elementary Educator “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Oak Meadows Elementary Literacy Coach Cherise Thompson during a staff meeting.

She also received a $200 gift card as a small token of our appreciation. #ManorISD #ItMatters

Administrator “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Manor Early College High School Principal, Alime Sadikova, during the MISD Board Meeting on 6/21/21.

Administrator “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Manor Early College High School Principal, Alime Sadikova, during the MISD Board Meeting on 6/21/21.

High School “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Manor Early College High School Counselor, Mr. Hai Pham, during the MISD Board Meeting on 5/17/21.

High School “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Manor Early College High School Counselor, Mr. Hai Pham, during the MISD Board Meeting on 5/17/21.

Manor New Tech High School “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Arts and Digital Animation Teacher, Mr. William Rodriguez, during the Manor ISD Board Meeting on 4/19/2021.

Manor New Tech High School “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Arts and Digital Animation Teacher, Mr. William Rodriguez, during the Manor ISD Board Meeting on 4/19/2021.

Middle School “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Manor New Tech Middle School Science Teacher Lead, Ms. Jacinda Balboa, during the MISD Board Meeting on 3/1/2021.

Middle School “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Manor New Tech Middle School Science Teacher Lead, Ms. Jacinda Balboa, during the MISD Board Meeting on 3/1/2021.

Elementary School “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Lagos Elementary 3rd Grade Bilingual Teacher, Ms. Vanessa Moreno, during the MISD Board Meeting on 1/25/2021.

Elementary School “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Lagos Elementary 3rd Grade Bilingual Teacher, Ms. Vanessa Moreno, during the MISD Board Meeting on 1/25/2021.

Elementary School “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Lagos Elementary 2nd Grade Teacher Caitlin Lowery at MISD Board Meeting on 1/27/2020.

Elementary School “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Lagos Elementary 2nd Grade Teacher Caitlin Lowery at MISD Board Meeting on 1/27/2020.

Middle School “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Decker Middle School ESL Teacher Tiffany Hernandez at MISD Board Meeting on 2/27/2020.

Middle School “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Decker Middle School ESL Teacher Tiffany Hernandez at MISD Board Meeting on 2/27/2020.


High School “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Manor Early College High School AVID Site Team Coordinator Ms. Samantha Kanzler

Support Staff “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to MISD Dual Language Coordinator Ms. Hazel Martinez

Administrator “Culture of Innovation” Award presented to Decker Middle School Principal Ms. Dayna Swain