Artie Kamiya PE Lifetime Service Award Nomination Form

Award Description: This distinguished award is named in honor of Artie Kamiya, whose legacy reflects passion, leadership, and unwavering commitment to physical education. This award recognizes an individual who has dedicated a lifetime of service to advancing and positively impacting generations of students through physical education.

Requirements:

• 20+ years of teaching experience in the field of physical education.
• Membership and involvement in the NC SHAPE and the North Carolina Physical Education Association.
• Significant leadership and advocacy in the profession.

Award Criteria:

1. Career Longevity & Dedication: Years of service in physical education and continued contribution beyond basic job expectations. Evidence of sustained passion and involvement.
   
   
2. Impact On Students: Demonstrated positive influence on generations of students. Promotion of lifelong fitness and healthy habits.
   
   
3. Leadership & Professional Contributions: Leadership roles at school, district, state, or national levels.
   
   
4. Mentorship & Service to the Profession: Mentoring new or aspiring physical educators. Providing professional development or training.
   
   
5. Innovation Over a Career: Introduced new programs, curriculum models or initiatives.

Nomination Deadline: April 15 of each year.

Nomination & Application Process: Once the Recognition Committee chair receives the nomination, an email will be sent to the nominee with a link to the application form, where the application document can be uploaded.

Nominee Application Documents: All documents must be submitted in PDF format.

• Recommendation from an administrator.
• Written statement relative to award requirements and criteria.
• Current vita or resume.

Application Deadline: May 15 of each year.