Fantastic 49 Nomination Form

Fantastic 49 is a celebration of excellence that honors outstanding staff, students, and volunteers that go above and beyond.

Fantastic 49 is one of the highest honors you can receive in our district, acknowledging exceptional contributions with significant impact, while kudos or shout-outs at the school or zone level are for everyday appreciation.

Teachers, support staff, students, and volunteers.

A nomination showcasing strength in regularly assigned duties such as being a supportive team member and engaging student, is certainly a good start! However, the Fantastic 49 review committee will look for more in the nominations that advance in the process. Those skills and traits are expected of our educators in D49. Fantastic 49 is specifically for those who distinguish themselves with excellence in character and ability. Share how they demonstrate exceptional creativity, initiative, or dedication. What makes them stand out as role-model examples to others who are in similar roles?

Multiple nominations submitted for the same person may increase their chances of being selected.

Awards are given out before monthly Board of Education meetings during the school year.

A committee of D49 staff (with no Zone or school affiliation) selects the honorees 1-2 weeks before the monthly BOE meeting.

The nominee, their supervisor, and the person who submitted the nomination are notified 1-2 weeks before the monthly BOE meeting.

Not all nominations can advance to a Fantastic 49 achievement. However, your nominee may be selected from the pool of nominees at any time during the school year. For example, an application submitted in August could be chosen for October’s program. It is encouraged to resubmit your nomination with additional details to strengthen its chances of receiving the award.

Individuals are preferred, but exceptional teams or departments may be considered in certain cases.