AWARDING THE WORK OF OUR MEMBERS

Do you know someone deserving of a FSHA award? Each year FSHA recognizes the hard work of our members at the annual Awards Luncheon held during the conference. Nominate a deserving colleague or associate for consideration for special recognition at the annual conference for their work in school health and prevention.

Award Categories: School Health Education Teacher, School Nurse, School Health Education Coordinator, School Nursing Supervisor, Health Support Staff

Following is the criteria used by judges for scoring nominations:

• Advocates for students and serves as a positive role model. (10)
• Innovative school projects established by the nominee. (20)
• Community involvement outside of job. (15)
• List of professional organizations and offices held. (10)
• Letters of support. (20)
• Resume. (15)
• Member of FSHA. (10)

Please email FSHA with written nominations covering the above criteria and/or any questions you may have to emailfsha@fsha.us

2025 Award Winners

Meriam Holder
2025 School Nurse of the Year
Levy County Department of Health

Mike Weitermann
2025 School Health Services Coordinator of the Year
Seminole County Public Schools

2024 Award Winners

Maria Russ
School Health Services
Supervisor Award
Hillsborough County School District

2023 Award Winners

Brooks Rumenik
School Health Services Honorary Lifetime Award
Director of the Statewide Energy Office
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Karen Natalie
School Health Services School Nurse Award 
Clay County School District 

Amanda Fellows
School Health Services Coordinator Award
Jackson County School District Amanda

 

Amy Ponce
School Health Services Supervisor Award
Pasco County School District Amy