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
