1. Jill is always searching for new ways to reach students with valuable tools for their personal growth. Jill's ability to think outside the box, solve problems, and make other feel valued is unmatched. 
2. What sets Jill apart is that she can be trusted. Her ability to provide a safe place for others to come, as they are, makes her an irreplaceable asset. Jill has your back, and you can count on it. In a world where most people will let you down, Jill is the exception. Her love and care for her staff, students, and peers is evident and genuine. Because of this, Jill has staff who are loyal and dedicated because of her example. Education needs more professionals like Jill who are loving, trusting, forgiving, and authentic. 

1. Rebecca Spencer is an Office Assistant with Project Share. She works tirelessly supporting our staff, students and families. She consistently offers her assistance, and enthusiastically takes on new tasks as they come up, quickly learning and implementing new information.
2. In a year of constant change, Rebecca has been incredibly flexible to accommodate the needs of the managers, who in turn meets the needs of our students, families and community. She is patient and helpful to any parent who is looking for support or financial help.
3. This year, for the first time in Project SHARE history, we are offering summer camp programs at several sites. Rebecca has jumped on board, creating enrollment and tracking sheets, fielding questions from parents, and meeting with program management to make sure we’re all on the same page. She does this graciously, while keeping up with her many other responsibilities. Rebecca is a wonderful asset to our Project SHARE team
4. Rebecca always has a smile on her face and is welcoming to all who enters the Shasta County Office of Education Project SHARE office. She is willing to help in any capacity, even if it is not part of her regular job duties. She goes to sites to cover when shortages occur, takes pictures for media needs, attends evening events to show her support and has a constant smile. She is a valuable asset that is instrumental to our success.

1. Tom Brighthaupt is the site facilitator at both Chrysalis Charter School and Oak Run Elementary School.  This year Oak Run only operated the after school program towards the end of the year.  When it opened for two days a week, Tom devoted time to cover the site until a staff member could be hired for that location. 
2. Dedication to student learning:  The 2020-2021 school year has been a roller coaster for some schools due to distant learning intervals and COVID procedures.  Chrysalis is no reception.  During the beginning of the year, the school operated morning schedules with after-school care covering more hours than usual. Tom Brighthaupt made sure staffing was secure for the extra hours, even if that meant he came in early and left late.  Plus, he conducted great activities for the students throughout the year and has implemented resources from Project SHARE including a large wooden dinosaur puzzle, a fort building kit and games amongst other supplies.  In October, he made sure the Lights On event at Chrysalis brought awareness to students about how essential after school programs are to families.  Then in the Spring, he devoted time to the other site he manages, Oak Run Elementary School.  The site opened for only two days a week and he has faithfully been there during those days for the families who need the care.  Great work Tom!

1. This is Dede's third year as a Site Facilitator. She took over a site that had a lot of turn over and started program with three new staff. She has built a strong team that is consistent and engaged. She has worked hard to build relationships with the school administration, teachers and parents. Student behavior has improved due to the structure she has brought to the program. Dede remains positive, optimistic, dedicated to our families and passionate about providing the best program possible
2. The program is thriving so much that they have had a waiting list for most of the year. She is supportive, caring and dedicated to student learning. She is an outstanding role model and mentor.

1. Jennifer cares deeply for her students, is heavy involved in regular day activities and is always seeking ways to improve her after school program and meet the needs of her students.
2. During the pandemic, Jennifer was quick to establish outlets to connect with her students by creating an Expanded Learning Google Classroom. Jennifer and her staff each placed 2-3 enrichment activities in their Google Classroom each school day and set-up times to do "live check-in chats" to access student wellness. Additionally, Jennifer conducted virtual celebration events where she would host a "dinner" by having a live , virtual cooking class and conclude with awards for academic, attendance and kindness. Jennifer and staff also created activity bags where students could drive-by and receive materials and supplies needed to complete the activities placed in the Google Classroom. Although COVID has been stressful to many, Jennifer has remained optimistic and been an incredible influence to boost morale and keep both students and staff encouraged.

1. Tonya always comes to program prepared and ready to interact with her students. She works hard on her weekly lesson plans and especially focuses attention on SEL and STEAM based activities. Her activities encourage young minds to explore, to ask questions and seek answers.
2. Dedication to student learning: Tonya had a student struggling to learn sight words. She took the initiative to speak with the teacher about ways to help the student. Armed with resources, she began working with the student each day. Her hard work paid off and now the student can breeze through sight words and even attempt reading small books.

1. Shannon Spencer is reliable and extremely helpful every day with Project Share. She communicates on a daily basis with me regarding behavior, and or any issues that may arise. Shannon goes above and beyond to assist with our program transition: dismissal of school to Project Share. She is always the first to step up and supervise the students when we are waiting for parent pickup, bus route etc. Our kiddos (3rd grade) come right over to Project Share after school release. Shannon always is available for an extra hand and never hesitates to help out in any way.
2. I have watched Shannon's involvement with the literacy program and emphasis on reading and math skills. She is a phenomenal teacher and has every students best interest at heart. Every child is special and unique in their own way. I observe Shannon working with students in a compassionate, but yet structured manner. One thing that particularly stands out, and impresses me, is how her/our students are waiting patiently to check in for Project Share. All students are waiting quietly, and reading a book before they are checked into our program. Her students are always respectful and courteous when they come to the after school program. The kiddos are always willing to help, run errands and do projects for me. That speaks volumes in its own right. She is a dedicated, successful teacher, and I am very proud and honored to know her. I simply cannot imagine anyone else more deserving of the "UNSUNG HERO AWARD". Thank you!

Larissa Rodriquez, Transportation
Bailie Boswell, Site Liaison
Autumn LaWare, Maintenance & Operations
Shanice Patton, Site Liaison
Hope Craig, Site Facilitator