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Greg Coen Named Lakeland Nov. 2019 Mission Essential Honoree
Assistant Director of Technology, Coen is the second honoree in this year's program
Greg Coen, an Assistant Director of Technology, is the November 2019 recipient of the Lakeland Central School District’s Mission Essential Recognition Award.
Board President Michael Daly and Superintendent Dr. George Stone presented Coen with the award in a surprise ceremony held December 4 at the Administration Building. Recipients are given a specially developed pin and certificate. All winners are then recognized at the year-end Board of Education meeting in June 2020.
“Greg exemplifies Lakeland's Mission Statement's practices and policies: respect, kindness, responsibility, accountability and honest and ethical behavior,” wrote the nominators. “Greg takes his responsibilities seriously and is always performing with dedication and boundless energy.
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“No problem is too difficult for Greg to handle. "No" is not in his vocabulary. Greg always arrives with a smile and a welcoming greeting for co-workers. He is extremely respectful to everyone from administrators to parents. ”
“When he is given an assignment not only does he complete the assignment, he does it with poise and grace. Greg has a way of brightening your day and treats everyone with kindness and respect,” they continued. “Greg's positive attitude and ability to communicate effectively and honestly makes him a huge asset to the District. Following up on Greg is not necessary. The job always gets done.”
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The goal of the Mission Essential Recognition Program, which began in January 2019, is to identify and recognize employees who, in their contributions and service to the District, exemplify the district’s Mission, Core Beliefs and Vision. These individuals are “Mission Essential.”
“We recognize and appreciate that the Lakeland Central School District is rich with talented and dedicated employees. EVERY staff member has an important role, responsibility and stake in the safety, security and success of our students.”
This is second recognition for the 2019-2020 school year and the seventh award given in the program.
Any district staff member, student and community member can nominate District employees for consideration using the on-line form. A committee of district stakeholders meets monthly to consider all nominations and select that month’s honoree. Anyone not selected is reconsidered in the next review along with any new nominations.
