The Sunshine State School Public Relations Association (SUNSPRA) is an organization dedicated to the needs, goals, and professional development of public relations experts who specialize in education communications. It is the definitive organization for Public Relations professionals with ties to National School Public Relations Association network. Quality educational communications and public engagement contribute to quality education for students.

SUNSPRA announced the 2013 Sunshine Medallion Award winners and The School District of Palm Beach County received four Sunshine Medallion Awards in the 2013 school year for the following categories:

• default_titleTake Steps to a Healthier You! Breakfast Club - Themed Promotion
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• default_titleThe objective of the Breakfast Club at Okeeheelee Middle School was to improve academic performance by providing students tutoring and a free breakfast. This award was received by Okeeheelee Middle School’s Assistant Principal – Elizabeth Morales and the Title 1 Coordinator – Carmen Moreira.
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• default_titleWellness Rewards Premium Discount - Promotional Videos
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• default_titleThis comprehensive video explained the process that the District employees follow in order to take advantage of the Wellness Rewards Premium Discount Program. This award was received by Donna Winter - Assistant Wellness Coordinator for Risk & Benefits Management and Frank Fanelli - School Police Officer
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• default_titlePalm Beach County Middle School Poetry Competition - Special Purpose Publication
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• default_titleThis was developed by Palm Springs Middle School teacher Laura Costello, the publication included the winning entries for the 2013 Middle School Poetry Competition. In addition, the publication featured the winning cover designed by Palm Springs student Laura Francois and the bookmark designed by Palm Springs graduate Maria Valenti.
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• default_title6th Edition of the Wellness Promotion Policy (WPP) Annual Report - Wellness Annual Report
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The 6th Edition of the Wellness Promotion Policy Annual Report was awarded 1st place for the “Wellness Annual Report” entry under the Publications and Public Relations Tools category. The District’s Wellness Promotion Task Force has been recognized three years in a row for its magnificent annual reporting tool.

The purpose of the “2012 Wellness Promotion Policy Annual Report” was to continue building on the district’s wellness journey, which began seven years ago. The Annual Report is comprised of six main areas: Introduction, Nutrition Education, Physical Activity, Other School/Department Based Activities, Nutrition Standards/Promotion, and United Resources all of which identify the direct correlation to the eight Coordinated School Health (CSH) components. Each contributor focused on “Perseverance” as the core theme for the Annual Report. As all district employees (from academic to non-instructional) strive to accomplish one common goal of improving student performance holistically, many of them have taken on the additional demands of living and teaching a life rich in health and wellness into their own hands.

The WPP Annual Report reflects the efforts and the partnership between The School District of Palm Beach County and its community partners who successfully collaborate in promoting healthier lives. With the District’s ultimate goal of improving student performance, the direction of the Wellness Promotion Task Force is to encourage a proactive approach to holistically address the health, wellness, and safety for all school children and staff, parents, and the community.

We were blown away and delighted for this recognition…CONGRATULATIONS TO PALM BEACH COUNTY!