Employee Awards
Shining Star Employees
Shining Star Employees will appear in the new MPS quarterly newsletter (Our Schools) and be recognized at board meetings each month during the school year. To view past recipients or nominate a new Shining Star candidate, please visit the link below.
Gerstacker Proficiency Awards
Four awards (two for K-5th grade educators and two for 6th - 12th grade educators) given to recognize contributions by exemplary teachers beyond the ordinary level of professional performance, made possible through the generous support of the Carl and Esther Gerstacker Donor-Advised Fund at the Midland Area Community Foundation.
Nominations will be accepted until May 30, 2025
Distinguished Service Award
Up to four awards given to recognize the valuable contributions made by support staff in providing an excellent education for our students. This award is open to support staff only. (Teachers and administrators are not eligible.) Distinguished Service Awards are made possible through the generosity of the Rollin M. Gerstacker Foundation.
Nominations will be accepted until Friday May 30, 2025
Administrators Inspiring Excellence Award
Awards given to administrators who inspire excellence through exemplary leadership, dedication to students and staff, commitment to the district vision, and living the values of MPS. These awards are made possible through the generous support of the Carl and Esther Gerstacker Donor-Advised Fund at the Midland Area Community Foundation.