October 2014 Employee Awards
Employee of the Month Congrats to Jeanne Charbonneau (Rolla MSLA) for being selected as Employee of the Month for October. In addition to a positive attitude, exceptional commitment, and hard work at implementing plans, Jeanne has experienced great success with teaching skills from cooking to sewing! MSLA Rolla also started a garden over the summer,... Read More
September 2014 Employee Awards
Congrats to Anne Palmer (MSLA) for being selected as Kalix’s Employee of the Month for September. Anne’s efforts to provide motivation turns fitness into something fun and exciting, which results in improvements in people’s overall health. From celebrating daily step goals to introducing new games to reinforcing continued participation, her positive attitude is making a... Read More
Crackers a Success in North Dakota
Kalix was highlighted in a recent KX News story for their work with Dakota Sunrise Brokers in the role of production of Cindy’s Track Crackers. The full text story can be found at, Crackers a Success in North Dakota on KXNews.
August 2014 Employee Awards
Congrats to Diana DeCoteau (DSP) for being selected as Employee of the Month for August. DSP’s expansion of community activities is successful as a direct result of Diana’s creativity, persistence, and infectious enthusiasm. She develops ideas for activities, creates a fun atmosphere, and follows through to make it happen. We especially appreciate her commitment to... Read More
Kalix Recycling float in ND State Fair Parade
For the first time ever, the Kalix Recycling Center participated in the North Dakota State Fair Parade on July 19, 2014. The float was designed and constructed with the help of many employees and program participants over several weeks. The design incorporates plastic bottles and bottle caps to create a nature scene with trees, flowers,... Read More
July 2014 Employee Awards
Congrats to Vickie Allery (Rolla MSLA) for being selected as Employee of the Month for July. The nomination notes that during a recent emergency situation, Vickie reacted quickly and appropriately, utilizing her training to ensure that everybody was safe. Thank you, Vickie, for displaying the Kalix values: PROFESSIONALISM, ADAPTABILITY, TEAMWORK and DEPENDABILITY! Congratulations to the other... Read More
June 2014 Employee Awards
Congrats to Tina Warnke (1007) for being selected as Employee of the Month for June. The nomination notes that Tina regularly advocates for people receiving services, and helps them get the assistance that is needed. In one instance, Tina provided information and assistance to nursing staff to ensure that appropriate care was provided to a... Read More
Kalix Finders Keepers Winner 2014
Kalix developed the Finders Keepers program to reward employees for referring family, friends and acquaintances. Employees can earn up to $475 plus a chance to win a trip to Hawaii for each referral that is hired and stays with the Agency for at least one year. The annual Hawaiian Day celebration honors all referrals that... Read More
Schools Participate in Recycling Center Celebration
Kalix (formally known as Minot Vocational Workshop) annually celebrates Earth Day by offering specials for those wishing to turn their trash into cash! Americans buy 28 billion bottles of water annually and 70-80% of those bottles end up in landfills. The Recycling Center celebrates Earth Day to spread the message about the importance of recycling.... Read More
May 2014 Employee Awards
Congrats to Celeste Badke (ISLA) for being selected as Employee of the Month for May. Celeste approaches regular life situations with initiative and hard work. In one recent example, she planned and made arrangements to handle all the details of a residential move, then put in the effort to make it a positive experience for... Read More