National C.L.E.A.N.™ Award
Custodial Leaders for Environmental Advocacy Nationwide
Watch 2009 top recipient Pat Nicholson in action (video courtesy of WEA)
Pat Nicholson, Washington - Top Recipient
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“Pat takes any opportunity to talk with staff and leaders about the importance of healthy cleaning and the relationship between academic success and clean classrooms,” Cheri Mlodzik, president of Central Kitsap Educational Support Professionals.
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Patrick Nicholson
Brownsville Elementary
Bremerton, WA |
| His enthusiasm for “cleaning for health” is contagious. He has educated fellow staff members about removing asthma triggers in the classroom. But his efforts don’t end there. He is the only custodian to serve on the Washington Education Association IEQ Work Team where he authored the “Ten Best IEQ Practices” for the association’s Web site.Read More... |
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Rick Johnson, Indiana - Runner-up
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“ The responsibility of ensuring that preventive cleaning measures—such as wiping down desks and doorknobs with antibacterial agents—is one that I take seriously and with great pride,” said Rick Johnson.
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Rick Johnson
Emmons Elementary School
Mishawaka, IN |
| Rick Johnson is much more than the head custodian of Emmons Elementary School. He is a mentor, motivator, educator, field trip chaperon, and a role model to 420 students. He also is a cherished friend and colleague to the staff and faculty at Emmons, where he has worked for the last 13 years.Read More... |
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Felicia Palmer, South Carolina - Runner-up
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“I know Ms. Palmer makes referrals to our guidance counselors when she notices children who seem chronically sad or angry. As an administrator, I appreciate and respect this level of commitment and dedication from a custodial employee. Ms. Palmer is truly an integral member of our school family,” School principal Jeaneen Tucker
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Felicia Palmer
Round Top Elementary School
Blythewood, SC |
| The “Bronze Plunger” and the “Golden Spatula” awards may sound strange, but to school custodial workers, they represent sanitized spotless restrooms, clean cafeterias and healthier students.. Read More... |
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Cindy Fisher, Angela Guisinger, and John Smith, Michigan - Runners-up
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“The custodians strive to provide a safe and clean learning environment for every child. They believe that children and teachers learn and work better in a healthy environment,” Melissa Sortman, UniServ Director Michigan Education Association |
Cindy Fisher, Angela Guisinger, and John Smith
Hanover-Horton Middle School/High School
Horton, MI
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| Forty-seven years of combined custodial experience mixed with great attitudes made for a winning team of Cindy Fisher, Angela Guisinger, and John Smith of Hanover-Horton Middle School/High School.Read More... |
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Briana Rivera, Alabama - Runner-up
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“The kids will let you know that a compliment or thumbs-up from Ms. Rivera tops any reward a teacher
has to offer,” Leigh Hulsey, teacher,Saks Elementary.
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Briana Rivera
Saks Elemntary School
Anniston, AL |
| Keeping 50-year-old Saks Elementary School in Anniston, Alabama clean could pose a real challenge for some, but head custodian Briana Rivera is very proud of her school and wants it to shine like a new dime. Her enthusiasm for cleanliness ensures that it does. Read More... |
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