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Each year, the Burlington County Insurance Pool Joint Insurance Fund (BCIP JIF) celebrates member school district successes at their Annual State of the Joint Insurance Fund Dinner. The dinner meeting is organized to reward and recognize the extraordinary efforts of member districts for their commitment to provide a safe and healthy environment for students, staff and community by actively participating in risk management programs.

Rewards were earned by members who reduced the number of accidents by focusing on local safety efforts. Utilizing BCIP JIF safety services, districts build and maintain internal accident reporting systems.  Member Districts were acknowledged for their hard work with recognition plaques and monetary awards.

• Sandy Marlys, School Nurse, Magnolia Borough Board of Education received the Safety Star of the Year award. She created multiple initiatives to promote physical health and safety in the district. Her efforts include implementing lifesaving classes for CPR/AED/Epi-pen training that equip staff and students with skills to foster a culture of preparedness and safety.
• Robert Phillips, Custodian/Groundskeeper from Southampton Township Board of Education also received the Safety Star of the Year award. He consistently goes above and beyond to maintain the school district’s grounds and athletic fields. His commitment to excellence ensures that any concerns are promptly addressed, and the safety of the students is his top priority.
• Audubon Public Schools, Delanco Township Board of Education, Collingswood Public Schools, Ewing Public Schools, and Northern Burlington County Regional School District were recognized as Safety Districts of the Year for their ongoing contribution to safety efforts, each earning an additional $2,500 reward.

In all, forty-three (43) member school districts were recognized and received awards totaling $166,500.

Click Here to view the BCIP 2024 SOJ Dinner Presentation

Safety Star Winner Sandy Marlys, Magnolia BOE School Nurse with Rich Clement, Magnolia BOE Supervisor of Facilities

Safety Star Winner Robert Phillips, Southampton BOE Custodian with JIF Safety Director John Geitz

Safety District of the Year Small District Winners:  Audubon Public Schools and Delanco Twp BOE

Safety District of the Year Large District Winners: Collingswood Public Schools, Ewing Public School, Northern Burlington County Regional School District

Each year, the Atlantic & Cape May Counties Association of School Business Officials Joint Insurance Fund (ACCASBO JIF) celebrates member school district successes at their Annual State of the Joint Insurance Fund Dinner. This special event serves as a platform to honor and reward the exceptional dedication shown by member districts in ensuring a safe and healthy environment for students, staff, and the community through active participation in risk management programs.

In all, twenty-five (25) member school districts were recognized and received awards totaling $109,000.

1. Sarah Foley, Curriculum Supervisor of Estell Manor School District Received Safety Hero of the Year.  Sarah saved a co-worker’s life by administering the Heimlich maneuver at a work event. Sarah’s ability to remain focused in such a stressful situation serves as a powerful reminder of how vital it is for organizations to prioritize safety training for all employees. Through Sarah Foley’s quick response and calm demeanor, a colleague’s life was saved, showcasing not only her professional skills but also her commitment to the safety and well-being of others.
2. Anthony Poretto, Technology Coordinator of Hamilton Township School District received the Safety Star of the Year Award.  Anthony’s efforts to improve the district’s technology infrastructure have resulted in substantial safety advancements. By implementing comprehensive network security protocols, user access controls, and surveillance enhancements, he has reduced vulnerabilities and safeguarded sensitive information against potential threats.
3. Mainland Regional High School, Margate Board of Education and Northfield Board of Education were recognized as Safety Districts of the Year for their ongoing contribution to safety efforts, each earning an additional $2,500 reward. 

Click Here to View the ACCASBO Award Presentation 

Click Here to View Shore Local News Press Coverage 

Safety Hero Winner Sarah Foley of Estell Manor City School District with Safety Director John Geitz

Safety Director John Geitz with Safety Star Winner Anthony Poretto of Hamilton Twp SD

JIF Safety Districts of the Year: Northfield BOE, Margate City BOE, Mainland Regional High School

The SPELL once again participated in the NJSBA Annual Workshop held in Atlantic City in October 2024. We enjoy attending the conference each year, and this year was no exception. It was a pleasure to meet members in person and to welcome all participants to our newly designed booth.

Safety 360° is a commitment to bringing our strongest minds together in collaboration to define risks, create multi-disciplined risk mitigation strategies and regularly revisit them to adjust to constantly changing risk profiles.

Program Agenda

Presentations with Supplemental Materials:

What is Safety 360° Presentation

Managing Water Intrusions in Schools – Presentation with Handouts

Moving from Reactive to Predictive with IOT with Handouts

3rd Party Vetting – Presentation with Handouts

Safety 360° Water Intrusion Standard Operating Procedure Sample (WORD DOC)

Speaker Bios

Each year, the Gloucester, Cumberland, Salem School Districts Joint Insurance Fund (GCSSD JIF) celebrates member school district successes at their Annual State of the Joint Insurance Fund Dinner. The dinner meeting is organized to reward and recognize the extraordinary efforts of member districts for their commitment to provide a safe and healthy environment for students, staff and community by actively participating in risk management programs.

Rewards were earned by Members who reduced the number of accidents by focusing on local safety efforts. Utilizing GCSSD JIF safety services, districts build and maintain responsive internal accident reporting systems.  Member Districts were acknowledged for their hard work with recognition plaques and monetary awards.

• In all, twenty-three (23) member school districts were recognized and received awards totaling $94,500.
• Heather Mayhew, Business Administrator from Pennsville Public School District received the Safety Star of the Year Award.   Heather is a leader within her school district and the GCSSD Joint Insurance Fund. She is a champion of risk management and safety, helping to guide and implement critical programs and policies to minimize losses in the district.
• Delsea Regional High School, Pennsville Public School District and Fairfield Township School District were each recognized as Safety District of the Year for their ongoing contribution to safety efforts, earning an additional $2,500 reward.

Safety Star Winner Heather Mayhew – Business Administrator from Pennsville with JIF Safety Director John Geitz

Safety District Winner Fairfield Twp School District Superintendent Dr. Ja’Shanna Jones Booker with JIF Safety Director John Geitz

Safety District Winner Delsea Regional HS Superintendent Dr. Piera Gravenor with JIF Safety Director John Geitz

Click Here to View the GCSSD 2023 SOJ Dinner Presentation

Each year, the Atlantic & Cape May Counties Association of School Business Officials Joint Insurance Fund (ACCASBO JIF) celebrates member school district successes at their Annual State of the Joint Insurance Fund Dinner. This special event serves as a platform to honor and reward the exceptional dedication shown by member districts in ensuring a safe and healthy environment for students, staff, and the community through active participation in risk management programs. In this year’s gathering, a total of 26 member school districts were recognized for their outstanding efforts and were presented with well-deserved awards amounting to an impressive $108,000.

• Scott Wheeler, Facilities Manager of Egg Harbor City School District received the Safety Star of the Year Award.  In addition to overseeing multiple large building projects, Scott Wheeler is fully committed to ensuring the safety of the school district’s staff, students, and community. He diligently conducts all safety inspections, provides assistance during emergency situations, and can always be relied upon whenever an urgent situation arises.
• Carol Bowen, Business Office Secretary of Hamilton Township School District also received the Safety Star of the Year Award. In addition to her role in managing the Board Office, Carol Bowen is responsible for handling all Workers’ Compensation matters, which is a daily task for her.  Because of Carol’s diligence and follow-up, the Hamilton Township School District maintains a less than one day claim reporting time.  Carol is an asset to the Hamilton Township School District and the ACCASBO Joint Insurance Fund.
• Brigantine Public School District, Estell Manor City School District, Hamilton Township School District, and Middle Township Board of Education were recognized as Safety Districts of the Year for their ongoing contribution to safety efforts, each earning an additional $2,500 reward. 

Click Here for Shore News Today Press Coverage on Brigantine’s Award.

Click Here to View Press Coverage in the Brigantine Times Newspaper

Safety Star Winner Scott Wheeler- Facilities Manager of Egg Harbor City School District:

Hamilton Twp School District Business Administrator John Deserable with Safety Star Winner Carol Bowen and Superintendent Dr Jeffery Zito

 

Safety District of the Year Winner: Estell Manor Business Administrator Rose Millar with JIF Safety Director John Geitz

Safety District of the Year Winner – Middle Twp BOE

 

Safety District Winner Brigantine Public School District – Superintendent Glenn Robbins with School Business Administrator Jonathan Houdart and School Board President Frank Koch Jr

Throughout the three day 2023 SPELL JIF Joint Retreat, a series of highly valuable and collaborative sessions were designed to elevate the knowledge and skills of our members. One of the highlights was the informative “Law Day,” which featured engaging sessions on Service Dogs in schools, Workers’ Compensation, and Tort claims. To conclude the day on a fun note, we organized a competitive game of SPELL JIF Jeopardy, where contestants not only had a great time but also deepened their understanding of insurance issues in school districts.

Another session that stood out was titled “What is our Why?” This interactive series of roundtable discussions and presentations delved into the core questions associated with SPELL’s history, present, and future. It provided a platform for meaningful conversations and insights.

• Why Statement: The SPELL JIF is a collaborative group of dedicated school professionals who manage our risks to provide the best coverage and outcomes.
• How? Your district will benefit from our innovation and expertise when you join.
• What? Full-service risk management.

Additionally, we conducted a comprehensive reinsurance review and facilitated discussions on third-party contracts. To further enrich the experience, we invited a retired chief of police and school security expert to review best practices and protocols for ensuring safety in schools. Our Virtual Safety Director also addressed the crucial topic of protecting school districts from cyber attacks.

Overall, the retreat proved to be an enjoyable learning experience for all participants.