The Park District of Oak Park is committed to fostering a work environment where our values aren’t just words on a wall – they are actively demonstrated in our day-to-day work. The Everyday Values Champions program was designed to recognize and celebrate employees who truly embody these values.
Park District employees nominate their peers for this award, citing specific examples of how they carry out one, or several, of our values. From the pool of nominees, one seasonal staff member was named the Everyday Values Champion per value.
The Park District of Oak Park’s values are: community engagement, responsible leadership, integrity, innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity.
Please join us in congratulating the 2026 Seasonal Staff Everyday Values Champions.
Integrity
Finley E.: Exhibited dependability, a poised demeanor, and willingness to advocate for camp staff during an unfortunate interaction with a community member.
Community Engagement
Max M.: Worked with campers of all ages, finding ways to connect and engage regardless of interest or ability.
Innovation
Zee J.: Created a themed week for Spark Extended and decorated the room to entertain campers.
Responsible Leadership
Isaiah R.: Exhibited a level of reliability and problem-solving beyond the purview of his job, enabling him to make informed decisions critical to pool operations.
Inclusivity
Lucas A.: Engaged a camper from Germany who spoke very little English, assisting him through everyday activities.
Sustainability
Dana B.: Recommended a new route for more efficient plant watering that helped plants get watered in a timely and fuel-efficient fashion.