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VCS recognized with District Administration’s 2025 Resilience Award

The award honors VCS for 'exceptional leadership in hurricane preparedness and its commitment to student safety, educational continuity and emergency preparedness,' according to a press release.


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  • | 1:00 p.m. December 19, 2024
Volusia County Schools Chief Operating Officer Patty Corr, Superintendent Carmen Balgobin and Chief Academic Officer Julio Nazario-Valle. Courtesy photo
Volusia County Schools Chief Operating Officer Patty Corr, Superintendent Carmen Balgobin and Chief Academic Officer Julio Nazario-Valle. Courtesy photo
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Volusia County Schools has been awarded the 2025 Resilience Award by District Administration, a resource for K-12 district leadership, according to a press release. 

The award honors the district’s "exceptional leadership in hurricane preparedness and its commitment to student safety, educational continuity and emergency preparedness," the press release states. It celebrates the leadership by the Volusia County School Board, Superintendent Carmen Balgobin and the VCS team.

“While I am deeply honored to receive this recognition, this award truly reflects the collective efforts of our entire team,” Balgobin said in the press release. “Everyone has contributed to our success in strengthening our hurricane preparedness protocols and ensuring that our students remain safe and supported in all circumstances. We are a strong, resilient community, and this award is a testament to our shared commitment to excellence in education.” 

The award highlights Volusia County Schools for:

  • Implementing comprehensive emergency response systems 
  • Enhancing student safety measures across a diverse school district 
  • Maintaining educational continuity during weather-related challenges 
  • Building a resilient school community serving more than 60,000 students 
  • Leading successful hurricane preparedness and response efforts  

The 2025 Resilience Award was presented at the District Administration Superintendents Summit.

"Dr. Balgobin’s leadership, combined with the dedication of the entire Volusia County Schools team, has set a standard for resilience and safety in our district," said Patty Corr, chief operating officer for VCS. “This award is a testament to the collaborative efforts of administrators, educators, and staff working together to protect students while ensuring continued educational excellence."

 

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