MVP Champion

This award category is for a BCFES or partner agency staff member, CASA, ad-litem, or point of contact that goes above and beyond to provide support to youth with a foster care history.

Game-Changer

This award is to honor any staff, educational champion, intern, or other points of contact that are innovative and progressive in the way they provide services to BCFES participants and other youth in foster care.

Rookie of the Year

Rookie of the Year is for any new employee or student that has shown exemplary performance in the classroom or in the work environment.

Shining Star

The Shining Star Award is for a high school or college student that continuously strives for educational success and is a natural leader amongst their peers.

Espy Lifetime Achievement

This is an award for a child welfare practitioner, advocate, or other that has provided over 10 years of service and has made a significant impact in child welfare.

All-Star

The All-star award goes to a student that shines above the rest. This student is successful in managing the multiple demands of life and exemplifies a true all-star both inside and outside of the classroom. 

Rising Star

The Rising Star Award is for youth (high school and college) who have shown significant improvement through the academic year. This student continues to grow and has not allowed any obstacle to get in the way of their educational goals!

Champion of the Year

The BCFES Champion of the year is a non-BCFES employee who is committed to advancing the mission and vision of the BCFES pilot.