Outstanding School Volunteer Award
The Outstanding School Volunteer Award is presented annually to volunteers who have shown outstanding dedication and commitment to quality education in Florida’s K-12 Public Schools. This recognition serves to highlight and inspire strong school and community relationships including innovative approaches to improving the academic performance and resiliency of students. Honorees are awarded in one of three categories: Volunteer, Youth Volunteer, or Senior Volunteer.
Application & Instructions
The sample nomination form provided below offers a preview of the content included on the online nomination form. Please do not use the sample PDF for nominations.
2025-2026 Awardees
Congratulations 2025-2026 Outstanding School Volunteers!
Volunteer
Winner: Jimey Moad, Lee County Schools
Finalist: Rosaura Cruz, Broward County Schools
Finalist: Tamara Miller, Clay County Schools
Youth Volunteer
Winner: Charly Troche, FAU Lab School
Finalist: Amanda Berrios-Perez, Broward County Schools
Finalist: Emma Reveron, Pinellas County Schools
Senior Volunteer
Winner: Deborah Roberts, Volusia County Schools
Finalist: Rachel Silber, Broward County Schools
Finalist: Douglas Ridway, Duval County Schools
Current and Prior Awardees
- 2025-2026 Outstanding School Volunteer Award - State and District Winners (PDF)
- 2024-2025 Outstanding School Volunteer Award - State and District Winners (PDF)
- 2023-2024 Outstanding School Volunteer Award - State and District Winners (PDF)
Contact
Jennifer Darnell
Program Specialist, Family and Community Engagement
Bureau of Family and Community Outreach
850-245-0080
Jennifer.Darnell@fldoe.org