Acclaim Award

The Broward County Public School District has announced the winners for the 2010 ACCLAIM Awards.

The ACCLAIM Awards were created to honor outstanding principals and assistant principals each year for their hard work and dedication. The awards seek to recognize school leaders who excel in the following areas: Achievement, Communication, Compassion, Leadership, Accountability, Innovation and Motivation.

Principal of the Year 2010
James Griffin, Principal
Rock Island Elementary School
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James Griffin sets a standard of high expectations to create positive change in the teaching and learning culture of Rock Island Elementary School. He uses educational equipment and groundbreaking methodologies to provide students the best learning experience possible.

Griffin's passion for exposing students to the most current research-based resources attributes greatly to Rock Island's image and the students' thirst for knowledge. Every classroom is student friendly, print rich and contains a Promethean Board. He has supported team members, substitute teachers, parent volunteers and tutors being visible in every corner of the school assisting students in reading, math and writing. These efforts have lead to tremendous growth of the students.





Assistant Principal of the Year 2010
Vicki Flournoy, Assistant Principal
Lauderdale Manors Elementary School
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Vicki Flournoy is a remarkable Assistant Principal who inspires students and staff on a daily basis with her dedication, positive attitude and untouchable work ethic. Her sensitivity to the needs of staff, students and parents is always apparent. She works closely with the community and has a great relationship with the parents at Lauderdale Manors Elementary School.

Flournoy has made a significant contribution to restructuring Lauderdale Manors' science program. In 2008, FCAT Science performance data showed that only five percent of fifth graders scored at or above grade level. After looking at the data, she found time to add effective staff development, support, feedback and teacher and student accountability to her already full plate. As a result of her urgency, excellence and support to the teachers, Lauderdale Manors FCAT Science scores shot up 28 points.


ACCLAIM AWARDS 2010 FINALISTS