Every day, incredible #265Family Heroes within the Goddard School District go above and beyond to inspire, support, and positively impact our USD 265 students. The Goddard Education Foundation is thrilled to announce the #265Family Award, which gives you an opportunity to recognize the outstanding educators and USD 265 employees who are making a profound difference within our #265Family and give them a chance to win $100 cash.

Our community recognizes the vital role each and every USD 265 staff plays in creating a thriving and supportive learning environment for students. Whether they are a teacher, bus driver, para-educator, administrator, support staff, custodian, or any other valued member of our dedicated team, they are ALL eligible for this award.

We invite you to nominate an individual who has demonstrated a significant, positive impact on the students, staff, or the USD 265 school community as a whole. For example, nominations could recognize USD 265 staff members who:

• Inspire a love of learning in their student(s)

• Provide exceptional support to student(s)

• Create a positive, caring school environment

• Go above and beyond their duties to serve others

• Exemplifies professionalism and dedication to our #265Family

**All nominations received will be packaged and sent to respective individual(s) at the conclusion of the 2025-2026 school year. One representative will be chosen from each school/department to receive the #265Family Award. We will be accepting nominations until April 3, 2026.