Pictured above are just a few of the 2020-21 ViPS Board members attending the spring volunteer recognition event 'An Evening for the Stars' held in April 2021. (Front, lt-to-rt) Tammy Blaylock and Jackie Merrell (ViPS staff), Rita Qualls, Conley Golden, Charlene Kirk, Ginny Belotti, Temeka Williams, Superintendent Mike Poore, Greta Freeman, DeShun Coates (Past President 2020-21), Pam Smith (Administrative liaison) and Tyrone Harris

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The Jane Mendel Award is given in honor of Jane Mendel (right) who led the efforts to establish the Little Rock School District ViPS program. It is the district's highest accolade in recognition of volunteer service. Established in 1983, The Jane Mendel Award is presented annually to an LRSD volunteer whose district commitment expands years of service, demonstrates a diversity of leader-ship roles, and has made a significant impact on multiple schools or the entire district.

Jane Mendel Award Recipients