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(Front row, lt-to-rt) Debbie Milam, outgoing Coordinator; Jamie Scott; Andrea Lewis; Ginny Belotti; Mark McGraw, Board President; Rita Qualls; Greta Freeman; Kaye Rainey; Kathryn Buril; Denise Persons; Tammy Blaylock, incoming Coordinator; row 2: Dan Whitehorn; Teresa Gordon; Susan Blue; Nell Matthews; Jennifer Glasgow; Bettye Baxter; Louis Portlock; row 3: DeShun Coates, Denise Ennett; Anne Solomon; Conley Golden; Lea Glenns; Eric Higgins. Not pictured: Ginny Blankenship; Tyrone Harris; Sandra Hatley; WJ Monagle; and Jimmy Warren.
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 Recipient
The Champion Award highlights individuals who have provided significant contributions and volunteer services to the Little Rock School District so unique they are deemed a true champion of children.
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Wendell Raymond, 2018
After retiring from middle school teaching, Mr. Redmond has been volunteering as a tutor and mentor for almost 20 years.
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Jason Crader, 2017
Jason was recognized for his extraordinary commitment to the district's Mathletes program and his volunteer service at Carver Elementary.
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Greta Freeman, 2016
In recognition of her outstanding work and support of the LR PTA Council and local units throughout the district.
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Craig O'Neill, 2013
In recognition of 40+ years of service to the Little Rock School District, volunteering in the classroom as well as district-wide events. Also pictured, ViPS Board members Bettye Baxter and Gerry Rayford.
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Rachel Morse, Suzi James and Patty Evans, 2008
In recognition of their years of district volunteer service and their dedicated focus on mentoring programs at the middle school level.
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Mary Ross Thomas, 2006
Recognized for 45 years of service as a district volunteer with a commitment to weekly tutoring.
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Coach Clyde Horton, 2005
Recognized for his inspiring attitude and ability to teach champion athletes the importance of respect and moral character.
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John Riggs, 1999
Recognized for his involvement with Partners in Education and service as an LRSD School Board member and Board Presiden
