Excellence in Auxiliary Awards

Each year, SPARC recognizes individuals and organizations for their exemplary work and outstanding contributions to the field of independent school auxiliary programs.

Objectives
  • To recognize auxiliary excellence among the many outstanding individuals, programs, and schools within our membership
  • To focus professional attention on quality programs and exemplary leaders.
  • To increase awareness of the importance of quality auxiliary programming in independent schools.
  • To provide tangible recognition of achievement, earn respect of colleagues, and enhance professional opportunities for SPARC members.

Nominate a Candidate

We encourage SPARC members to thoughtfully consider their nominations with the goal of drawing attention to auxiliary excellence.

Strong candidates will have demonstrated excellence in one or more of the following areas:

  • Distinguished leadership within the field of auxiliary programs at the school, local, or national level characterized by strategic vision, integrity, collaboration, and innovation
  • Commitment to dynamic, high-quality educational practice
  • Innovation, creativity, and success in auxiliary program design
  • Significant contributions to the advancement of diversity and inclusion within auxiliary programming
  • Exemplary service to the SPARC community through being a role model, supporter, or mentor to peers

Who May Nominate a Candidate?

Nominations must be submitted by current SPARC members.

Eligibility

Nominees do not be employed at current SPARC member schools to be considered or selected.

Award Selection

Award selections are made by the SPARC Advisory Board.

Deadlines

Nominations must be submitted by September 1 of each year. Nominations are currently closed for this year.

Award Presentations

Awards are presented at the National Conference.

 
Past Award Winners
2022

Jana Blackwell, Executive Director of Community Engagement, Pine Crest School

Kate Vizen, Director of Auxiliary Programs, Inly School

 

 

2021

Karen McCann McClelland, Director of Auxiliary Programs, Sidwell Friends School