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2027 Good Character Youth Awards Nomination Form

Who is a “good character” student?? The everyday student. The students that aren’t traditionally recognized. Not the jocks or the academic superstars, but the everyday student who stands up against the bully, who helps those in need, who works to build teams that are inclusive. This is not about grades…more than that, it’s about character! Students must be attending high school in the Fairfield-Suisun Unified or Travis Unified School Districts. Please note that students who previously were selected as honorees are not eligible.

We are looking for stories of how today’s youth make choices that illustrate one or more of the good character traits that embody Rotary’s Guiding Principles/4-Way Test: Of the things we think, say, or do:
  1. Is it the truth? (Honesty, truthfulness)
  2. Is it fair to all concerned? (Fairness)
  3. Will it build good will and better friendships? (Kindness, consideration)
  4. Is it beneficial to all concerned? (Helping others)
Share your Nominee’s story. Inspire us!
Give us specific examples of when/where/how your student demonstrated good character.

What do we mean by “story?” Visit our website, FSRotary.org , to see a sample of a completed nomination form. Your nomination (s) should be at least 6 sentences long and detail out 1-2 specific examples. This is the only information on which your student will be evaluated. Tell us the "why", the "how", describe the student's character traits that stands out apart from the others.

Nominations are due by December 5th, 2026.
Selected young adults will be formally recognized on February 24, 2027 at 5:30 pm at the KROC Center in Suisun with local and state dignitaries and officials. Of course, we hope you will attend as well. Please be sure to RSVP yourself to attend on EventBrite - Rotary Good Character Youth Awards 2027
1.Nominee Full Name (this will be used for certificates/proclamation the student receives. Please use their full legal name.)(Required.)
2.Nominee Grade level (must be between grades 9-12 and in the FSUSD or TUSD districts)(Required.)
3.Nominee email (we will contact them if selected)(Required.)
4.Nominee telephone number(Required.)
5.Primary language spoken at home? (we will do our best to have someone who speaks the family's primary language contact the parents/student).(Required.)
6.Parent/Guardian name(s):(Required.)
7.Parent/Guardian contact telephone number (parents are also called to share the good news about their student selection)(Required.)
8.High School/Organization(Required.)
9.Your Name (Nominator)(Required.)
10.Your relationship to the nominee(Required.)
11.Your contact email(Required.)
12.Your contact telephone number (should we have challenges connecting with the student/family, we will ask for your help)(Required.)
13.Which of the following components of the 4-Way Test best exemplifies your nominee? (select all that apply)(Required.)
14.Please write your nomination here. Review the sample nomination form before writing. Share why this student should be recognized.

This should be at least 6 sentences long sharing a story that exemplifies HOW they demonstrated Good Character. Give specific examples!

This is the only information we have from which to select a student. The more specific and detailed examples the better.(Required.)
Thank you! Should you have specific questions, you may contact Kelly Rhoads-Poston at kellyrpnorthbayhealth@gmail.com