[Nfbk] NFB of Kentucky Award Nominations.

[Nickie Pearl]

Hello!

It is my pleasure to chair the 2016 NFB of Kentucky Awards committee. This years committee is comprised of, Danielle Burton, Karen Mayne & Danny Perry.

I have pasted below the name of the award as well as the criteria for each award. If you know of an individual you believe is worthy of a NFB of Kentucky award, please email me with the persons name, the award & a brief reason you feel your nominee is deserving.

Nominations will remain open until Wednesday August 24, 2016.  
SUSAN B. REARICK AWARD
Susan B. Rearick was a first grade teacher at the Kentucky School for the Blind in the early to mid 1900’s.  She was a forward thinking individual who expected more from her blind students than did her peers at the school or the public in general.  Because of her high expectations of her students she clearly represented the teachings and philosophy of the National Federation of the Blind.
 
The person who receives this award can be a blind or sighted Kentuckian.
 
HAROLD L. REAGAN AWARD
Harold L. Reagan was the first president of the National Federation of the Blind of Kentucky and a member of the National Board of Directors.  As such the emphasis for receiving this award should be placed on the recipients leadership in the organization.  This award can only be given to a blind Kentuckian. 
 
T.V. CRANMER AWRARD AWARD
The T. V. Cranmer award is a very special one.  Tim; as he was known to all of us, served for many years as an officer of the NFBK.  He also held the position as chairman on the Research and Development Committee at the national level.  This award is given to a blind person who has served many years in the NFB and will continue to be a driving force in this organization.  The Cranmer award is given to a blind person, but it is not restricted to individuals living in Kentucky.
 
 
ROBERT E. WHITEHEAD AWARD
Our Robert E. Whitehead (Bob) was the second sitting president of the Kentucky Affiliate.  This award is presented to an affiliate chapter or division that strives to build membership in the organization.  The chapter or division is also actively changing the public’s perceptions about blindness through innovative projects and community outreach.          

Respectfully,
Nickie Pearl
502-489-4457
njp at twc.com 
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