Green Shield School Award
For Commitment To Fostering Character, Relationships, And Positive Culture Among Teachers, Students, And Families
The Green Shield School Award recognizes outstanding schools that embody the mission of The Positivity Project (P2) by consistently implementing P2 lessons and embedding character strengths and positive relationships into the fabric of their culture. Being named a Green Shield School means going beyond checking boxes — it signifies cultivating a deep, sustained impact on students, staff, and families through daily character education and intentional relationship-building.
What It Means to Be a Green Shield School
To earn the Green Shield School distinction, a school must demonstrate:
- Community Impact
- Classroom Implementation
- Schoolwide Implementation
- Student Engagement
- Family Engagement
- Leadership
This award is a mark of excellence and pride — a public recognition of the school’s dedication to building a positive school climate.
Why Apply to Be a Green Shield School?
Green Shield Schools create positive cultures by consistently applying P2’s principles, recognizing and fostering individual strengths, and building strong relationships school-wide. Meeting these criteria shows a comprehensive commitment to embedding character and relationship-building practices from classroom to community, fostering environments where students thrive personally and academically.
Green Shield Schools receive recognition for their achievements, including a banner, certificate, and media package, which serves as a testament to their commitment to fostering a positive school culture grounded in character strengths and positive relationships.
2024 – 2025 Green Shield Schools
We are proud to honor the following schools for their exceptional implementation of The Positivity Project during the 2024–2025 school year:
Alta Sierra Intermediate, Bonny Doon Elementary School, Cayuga Onondaga BOCES, Century Elementary School, Clinton Elementary School*, Clovis Elementary School*, Daniels Run Elementary School, Discovery Elementary School, Fort Edward Union Free School District, Hagan Elementary School, Harrisburg Elementary School, Herbert Akins Road Middle School, Hickory Ridge Elementary School, J.M. McKenney Middle School, Janet L. Young Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School*, Mickey Cox Elementary School
Miramonte Elementary School, Nassau Elementary School, Oraze Elementary*, Patriots STEM Elementary, R. Brown McAllister STEM Elementary, Roy W. Loudon Elementary*, Sargent Elementary School, Weldon Elementary, Whittemore-Prescott Jr./Sr. High School*, and Wolf Meadow Elementary School
*Denotes multi-year award recipient
2023 – 2024 Green Shield Schools
We are proud to honor the following schools for their exceptional implementation of The Positivity Project during the 2023–2024 school year:
Charles E. Boger Elementary School, Citizenship and Science Academy of Syracuse Elementary Charter School, Clinton Elementary School, Clovis Elementary School*, Loudon Elementary*, Oraze Elementary, Patriots STEM Elementary*, R. Brown McAllister STEM, Stadium Drive Elementary, Swift Creek Elementary School*, Whittemore Prescott Elementary School*
*Denotes multi-year award recipient
2022-2023 Green Shield Schools
We are proud to honor the following schools for their exceptional implementation of The Positivity Project during the 2022–2023 school year:
Avondale GATE Magnet School, Clovis Elementary, Lincoln Elementary, Loudon Elementary, Lynnwood Elementary, Minoa Elementary, Patriots STEM Elementary, St. Clair Middle School, Swift Creek Elementary, Whittemore Prescott Elementary School, Whittemore Prescott High School
Application Process
Want your school to receive Green Shield Recognition? Submit your application by March 2, 2026 to be considered.
Award recipients will receive:
- A custom Green Shield banner and digital badge
- A press release template for sharing the news with local media
- A P2 Spotlight Feature on our website and social media channels
To learn more about Green Shield requirements and the application process, email Implementation Specialist Meghan Ward at [email protected].
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Inspired to Lead With Character?
Whether you’re just starting with P2 or have been a partner for years, the Green Shield School Award is a powerful way to recognize the heart of your school. We look forward to celebrating more schools that are helping create a generation of students who see the good in themselves and others.
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