May 14, 2019
Star City Middle School Named Best in Class Certified Energy Bus School for 2019-2020. Co-Founder/Chief Energy Officer of The Energy Bus for Schools Leadership Journey, Niki Spears, sent the recongnition below and the SCMS video highlight can be viewed here: https://www.smore.com/egbt3
Greetings Principal Richard and Star City Middle School Team,
We are thrilled to announce that after careful review of your artifacts/video as well as community service actions, Star City Middle School will continue to be recognized as a Best in Class Certified Energy Bus School for the 2019-2020 school year!
As a Best in Class Certified Energy Bus School, Star City Middle School exemplifies the norms and meets the following Energy Bus for Schools benchmarks:
A common mission/vision.
The EBSLJ 7 Principles.
Leadership Opportunities for Students/Staff.
Members take 100% Responsibility.
Common Practices/Language.
Positive messages posted throughout the community.
Students monitor and track their own learning.
Creativity/Innovation is encouraged amongst all members.
Remember, in order to maintain your status of a Best in Class Certified Energy Bus School each school year, you and your team will need to incorporate ways to serve others inside/outside your community. Each year your team will be required to submit a presentation showcasing at least two community service efforts. You will need to:
Research needs in your community
Vote on Service Projects
Devise a Plan of Action including a timeline
Take pictures and post to social media outlets your efforts
Provide The Energy Bus for Schools Leadership Journey with the information above presented in a presentation binder for review.
We are honored to have your team represent The Energy Bus for Schools as a Best in Class Certified Energy Bus School and look forward to seeing how your new status will benefit your community as well as schools from all over the world.
Congratulations!
Sending lots of positive energy your way,
Niki Spears
Co-Founder/Chief Energy Officer
The Energy Bus for Schools Leadership Journey