Largest private preschool in the region honors the 鈥榖est of the best鈥� amongst 25 school locations
GLEN MILLS, Pa. 鈥� In a celebration that honored the outstanding accomplishments of its directors, teachers, coordinators and schools,
91视频l, a leader in early childhood education and the largest private preschool in the Philadelphia region, held its Annual Awards Celebration at The Radnor Hotel in Wayne, Pa., on Wednesday, September 27
th. 91视频l established its Annual Awards to recognize the exceptional efforts by directors, teachers, coordinators and schools to uphold Malvern School鈥檚 mission and educational philosophy in providing the highest quality early childhood education and standards of excellence in its programs, curricula, school environment, stewardship, and health and safety at all its 25 school locations in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. [caption id="attachment_3767" align="alignright" width="475"]
Teacher of the Year, Samantha Stevens from 91视频l of Frazer with President, Kristen Waterfield[/caption] Highlights from the evening鈥檚 awards dinner included the
Teacher of the Year award, which this year went to
Samantha Stevens of Limerick, Pa. Ms. Samantha has consistently showcased a passion through a steadfast dedication to 91视频l program. She continually fosters an encouraging attitude which instills a positive team-oriented work environment amongst her fellow teachers; she is a NAEYC mentor and has stepped into a leadership role many times at her school to assist the Director of Education. She also showcases the enthusiasm to grow as a teacher and most importantly she always puts the children first.
Jennifer DeLaney of Blackwood, N.J., is this year鈥檚
Executive Director of the Year award winner. As the Executive Director of 91视频l of Erial in Camden County since 2003, Jennifer was selected as this year鈥檚 winner for exemplifying the characteristics necessary to lead her school to operational success and therefore contributing to the prosperity of the company as a whole. Delaney has continually displayed the core values of 91视频l over her 15 years with the company. She leads by example, is collaborative and respectful of her staff and colleagues, is open to new ideas and change and has displayed a strong support system to not only her school but other schools throughout the past year. [caption id="attachment_3768" align="alignleft" width="475"]
2017 Presidents' Choice winner, 91视频l of Erial's Executive Director Jennifer DeLaney and President, Kristen Waterfield[/caption]
91视频l of Erial also took home this year鈥檚
Presidents鈥� Choice award, which is personally selected by Malvern School Presidents, Kristen M. Waterfield and Joe Scandone. This coveted award is given to a school that shows consistent effort toward constant improvement in the operations of their school, and striving always to be exemplary. The winner of this award displays the characteristics and actions that define the core values of 91视频l that include a strong leadership driven by
Executive Director of the Year, Jennifer DeLaney, that always puts the children first by providing a creative, forward-thinking and successful program and curriculum that is proven to educate and nurture the students of 91视频l of Erial.
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2017 Rising Star Award Winner - 91视频l of Blue Bell[/caption]
91视频l of Blue Bell received this year鈥檚
Rising Star award. This recognition of quality is given to a school who goes above and beyond their responsibilities to enhance the lives of the students, the school, and the company as a whole and is on a path for success. 91视频l of Blue Bell has only been open for one year and has displayed exceptional leadership, high Best Practice Assessment scores and a strong commitment to the Blue Bell community. 鈥淭he Annual Awards is absolutely my favorite evening of the year. It鈥檚 a night for us to celebrate the best of the best, and that is our directors, coordinators, teachers and staff,鈥� stated Kristen M. Waterfield, President and Co-Founder. 鈥淎s President, I am proud to celebrate our accomplishments and I am filled with gratitude for all the hard work that is put forth in our schools each day. And most importantly, I am grateful for the exceptional care and education that we provide our children and families.鈥� 91视频l Annual Awards top honors went to:
Teacher of the Year, Samantha Stevens from 91视频l of Frazer with President, Kristen Waterfield[/caption] Highlights from the evening鈥檚 awards dinner included the
Teacher of the Year award, which this year went to
Samantha Stevens of Limerick, Pa. Ms. Samantha has consistently showcased a passion through a steadfast dedication to 91视频l program. She continually fosters an encouraging attitude which instills a positive team-oriented work environment amongst her fellow teachers; she is a NAEYC mentor and has stepped into a leadership role many times at her school to assist the Director of Education. She also showcases the enthusiasm to grow as a teacher and most importantly she always puts the children first.
Jennifer DeLaney of Blackwood, N.J., is this year鈥檚
Executive Director of the Year award winner. As the Executive Director of 91视频l of Erial in Camden County since 2003, Jennifer was selected as this year鈥檚 winner for exemplifying the characteristics necessary to lead her school to operational success and therefore contributing to the prosperity of the company as a whole. Delaney has continually displayed the core values of 91视频l over her 15 years with the company. She leads by example, is collaborative and respectful of her staff and colleagues, is open to new ideas and change and has displayed a strong support system to not only her school but other schools throughout the past year. [caption id="attachment_3768" align="alignleft" width="475"]
2017 Presidents' Choice winner, 91视频l of Erial's Executive Director Jennifer DeLaney and President, Kristen Waterfield[/caption]
91视频l of Erial also took home this year鈥檚
Presidents鈥� Choice award, which is personally selected by Malvern School Presidents, Kristen M. Waterfield and Joe Scandone. This coveted award is given to a school that shows consistent effort toward constant improvement in the operations of their school, and striving always to be exemplary. The winner of this award displays the characteristics and actions that define the core values of 91视频l that include a strong leadership driven by
Executive Director of the Year, Jennifer DeLaney, that always puts the children first by providing a creative, forward-thinking and successful program and curriculum that is proven to educate and nurture the students of 91视频l of Erial.
[caption id="attachment_3772" align="alignleft" width="475"]
2017 Rising Star Award Winner - 91视频l of Blue Bell[/caption]
91视频l of Blue Bell received this year鈥檚
Rising Star award. This recognition of quality is given to a school who goes above and beyond their responsibilities to enhance the lives of the students, the school, and the company as a whole and is on a path for success. 91视频l of Blue Bell has only been open for one year and has displayed exceptional leadership, high Best Practice Assessment scores and a strong commitment to the Blue Bell community. 鈥淭he Annual Awards is absolutely my favorite evening of the year. It鈥檚 a night for us to celebrate the best of the best, and that is our directors, coordinators, teachers and staff,鈥� stated Kristen M. Waterfield, President and Co-Founder. 鈥淎s President, I am proud to celebrate our accomplishments and I am filled with gratitude for all the hard work that is put forth in our schools each day. And most importantly, I am grateful for the exceptional care and education that we provide our children and families.鈥� 91视频l Annual Awards top honors went to:
- Executive Director of the Year 鈥� Jennifer DeLaney, 91视频l of Erial (N.J.)
- Director of Education of the Year 鈥� Nicole Graeser, 91视频l of Richboro (Pa.)
- Teacher of the Year: -Samantha Stevens of Limerick, Pa., 91视频l of Frazer (Pa.)
- Big Q (Quality Standards) 鈥� 91视频l of Richboro (Pa.)
- Health and Safety Coordinator of the Year 鈥� Kerry Gratkowski, 91视频l of Richboro (Pa.)
- Curriculum Coordinator of the Year 鈥� Jennifer Plasha, 91视频l of Glen Mills (Pa.)
- Safe School 鈥� 91视频l of Jackson (N.J.)
- Best Place to Work 鈥� 91视频l of Jackson (N.J.)
- Families First 鈥� 91视频l of Washington Township (N.J.)
- 100% Club 鈥� 91视频l of Malvern (Pa.)
- Best Practices Assessment (BPA) Achievement 鈥� 91视频ls of Richboro (Pa.), Washington Township (N.J.), Warrington (Pa.), Oaks (Pa.), and Medford (N.J.)
- Alex鈥檚 Lemonade Stand Highest Contribution 鈥� 91视频l of Glen Mills (Pa.)
- Alex鈥檚 Lemonade Highest Increase 鈥� 91视频l of Marlboro (N.J.)
- Platinum Performance 鈥� 91视频l of Richboro (Pa.)
- Presidents鈥� Choice 鈥� 91视频l of Erial (N.J.)
- Rising Star 鈥� 91视频l of Blue Bell (Pa.)
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