NSP Northern Division Awards
Awards are an inexpensive investment into our patrols and patrollers. It has been proven that having a system of positive recognition has led to
meaningful, positive, and long-term effects on the performance and retention of patrollers. The recognition of contributions and the acknowledgment of accomplishments are core principles of the NSP and have a rich and important history. Furthermore, Awards are fun, inspiring and a worthwhile investment into our patrollers who go above and beyond.
This page features documents that explain what the NSP division and national awards are, how you can submit award nominations (and the related forms for submittal), and our Hall of Fame highlights of outstanding award winners from NSP North.
meaningful, positive, and long-term effects on the performance and retention of patrollers. The recognition of contributions and the acknowledgment of accomplishments are core principles of the NSP and have a rich and important history. Furthermore, Awards are fun, inspiring and a worthwhile investment into our patrollers who go above and beyond.
This page features documents that explain what the NSP division and national awards are, how you can submit award nominations (and the related forms for submittal), and our Hall of Fame highlights of outstanding award winners from NSP North.
Awards "101"
This document explains all there is to know about NSP awards.
| awards_101_-_2025.docx |
This presentation explains more about how to earn a National Merit Star award, and how to nominate a patroller for the award.
| merit_stars_101.pptx |
10 Step Process for Nominating a Patroller for an Award
This document contains all of the details for where to find nomination forms, and how to best nominate your colleague(s) for NSP awards.
| 10_steps_to_putting_together_a_high-quality_outstanding_nomination.pdf |
Northern Division Hall of Fame
Open the document below for highlights of key award winners over the years.
| hall_of_fame_highlights.docx |
List of Northern Division Award Recipients
| northern_division_-_award_recipients_through_the_years.pdf |
NSP Northern Division Forms
The documents below are used for nominating people for the NSP Northern Division-specific awards.
Mark Behan Outstanding Instructor Award Nomination Form
| mark_behan_outstanding_instructor_award_form_2025.docx |
Dwight Chambers Rising Star Nomination Form
| dwight_chambers_rising_star_award_form_2025.docx |
Dr. Warren Bowman Outstanding OEC Instructor Nomination Form
| dr._warren_bowman_outstanding_oec_instructor_award_form_2025.docx |
Patriot Star Award Nomination Form
| northern_division_patriot_star_award_-_qualifications_and_form_-_2025.docx |