The Ubuntu Award is given to a staff member who exemplifies the tenants of this old-African philosophy.  Persons who demonstrate Ubuntu are faithful in taking care of others.  They put others first.  The old-African tradition was modeled like this - when a person would wander into the village, the community would ensure this person was fed, housed, and welcomed.  Unselfish giving is a constant trademark of Ubuntu.  At GEHS, our staff has embraced Ubuntu as a way of thinking and living.  We want to honor staff members who demonstrate going beyond the call of duty is making GEHS a great place for students.

Ubuntu Award winner for January 2012 given to Therese Stroble, Counselor at GEHS. Nominated by Chris Lutz, Chris says of Therese: "Part of the criteria for the Ubuntu award is going above and beyond the call of duty. Therese Strobel does that and a whole lot more. I have seen first hand Therese go above and beyond with students on her case load to ensure they are given ample opportunities to be successful. I work with Therese very closely, and she always drops what she is doing and is willing to lend a helping hand no matter the situation. From sending emails about students at 5:00 in the evening to making a phone to talk a student out of dropping out with success, I believe there is no better Ubuntu award winner than Therese Strobel. "