Purpose of Award
The Classified Quarterly Employee Award honors exceptional classified employees whose contributions exemplify the District’s commitment to excellence, high expectations, and student success.
Award Criteria
- Recognize outstanding full-time and part-time permanent classified staff who demonstrate the District’s standards of excellence and serve as Student Champions.
- Reward employees who show exemplary achievement, contributions, and performance in their roles and beyond.
- Acknowledge employees whose efforts inspire and support the performance and achievement of students and colleagues.
- Ensure recognition is fair, with equal consideration for all eligible staff regardless of site, department, or level of responsibility.
Eligibility
- Open to all classified staff (regular classified, confidential, supervisory, and classified management) with at least two (2) years of continuous service in MUSD.
- Eligible employees may work at any district department or school site, full-time or part-time.
- Each July, all Classified Quarterly Employee nominations are reviewed to select the Loretta Edwards Employee of the Year Award, presented in September.
Criteria for Selection
- Leadership & Service: Supports, motivates, or inspires others; fosters teamwork; demonstrates exemplary performance; pursues professional development.
- Outstanding Service to the District: Contributes to district-wide goals; serves on committees; participates in or volunteers for events beyond regular duties.
- Commitment to Students: Advocates for and supports student success, directly or indirectly, through leadership, mentoring, or going above and beyond to serve students.
- Community Involvement: Engages in volunteer work or community activities that enrich the lives of individuals or the broader community.
Selection Process
- A Selection Committee will include one representative from each of the following: Madera Linkage Foundation and Madera Chamber of Commerce.
- The Committee will use a rubric scoring sheet to evaluate nomination forms.
Award Recognition
- Recipients will receive a certificate suitable for framing and recognition at a Personnel Commission meeting in November, March, or May.
- Awardees’ names will be highlighted in the MUSD Weekly Staff Communication.
We proudly recognize the dedication of our classified staff, who make a lasting difference every day!
