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In the News -- Feb. 23 -
Neptune Elementary's Jocelyn Gomez
Toho Water receives national recognition for conservation, efficiency efforts
Toho Water Authority was one of four U.S. utilities awarded Platinum Status under the G480 Water Conservation and Efficiency Program Operation and Management Standard (G480 Standard) by the Alliance for Water Efficiency (AWE), a national organization that stands as a clear and authoritative voice for water efficiency. The G480 Standard is a voluntary standard that describes critical elements of an effective water conservation and efficiency program. A conservation program meeting this standard has the potential to impact all water users, reducing water use and protecting the environment.
“This designation recognizes Toho’s commitment to the community we serve—to ensure the availability of water that is essential for all life–humans, plants and animals alike; therefore, if water is essential for life, then the use of water efficiently must be a way of life. The Toho water efficiency programs are a key element of our water management strategy and represent the most readily available, least expensive and most environmentally sound water source to meet the needs of our growing, vibrant community,” said Jacqueline W. Torbert, Vice President of Stakeholder Services for Toho Water.
Neptune Elementary teacher awarded DAR classroom grant
The Joshua Stevens Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution is proud to congratulate Neptune Elementary School special education teacher Jocelyn Gomez, who was awarded a DAR Helen Pouch Memorial $500 classroom grant. The NSDAR Junior Membership Committee gave students at Neptune Elementary an avenue to continue positive student impact through the “Leader In Me” Mentoring Program.
St. Cloud earns Healthy Workforce designation
Cigna Healthcare has selected the City of St. Cloud as a recipient of its 2023 Silver level Healthy Workforce Designation. The City was selected for demonstrating a strong commitment to improving the health and vitality of its employees through a workplace well-being program.
“We are honored to be recognized with the Cigna Healthy Workforce designation,” said Human Resources Director Justin Kluesner. “We understand the important role employee well-being plays in the success of the City, and the relationship between healthy employees contributing to a more productive, satisfied workforce.”
The Cigna Healthy Workforce designation evaluates organizations based on the core components of their wellbeing programs, including leadership and culture, program foundations and execution, policies and accommodations, and more. Organizations recognized with this designation set the standard of excellence for organizational health and vitality.
Hispanic Heritage Scholarship Fund applications due March 1
The Hispanic Heritage Scholarship Fund application process is now open. The mission and vision are to enhance the post-secondary educational success of Hispanic/Latino students in Central Florida and ensure post-secondary completion rates of Hispanic/Latino students who can contribute to the local economy. Helping someone achieve their dream of finishing college, helps their families, communities, and the country.
One individual’s dream is everyone’s success.
The application process is open through March 1. For the process and what is required, go to hhsf.us.
