3 practice snipThis is a just a sample of the wide range of entries we have received for the Alabama’s Best Non-Instructional Practices Contest.  Keep ’em coming!  The deadline to enter is this Friday (October 17, 2014).

The Alabama’s Best Contest recognizes and awards best practices and innovations in the non-instructional departments of Alabama’s K-12 public schools.  The winning entry will receive $3000.  Two second place winners will receive $1000 each.

LEAN Frog and the Alabama Association of School Boards are recognizing Alabama school districts (or schools within a district) for the significant role non-instructional support services play in promoting student achievement.   From Child Nutrition to Transportation to Student Services, non-instructional departments in public schools across Alabama are implementing creative, sustainable best practices.  These best practices improve students’ well-being,  help prepare them for successful futures, and encourage the involvement of school staff, parents and the local community.  The entries we have received so far boast some impressive results:

2nd 2 practiceDoes your school or school system have one or more innovative practices or creative solutions that deserve to be recognized?  Review the requirements, rules and regulations for the Alabama’s Best Contest and ENTER NOW.  Deadline to enter is Friday, October 17.