Kosette Seibert Recognized as the 2023 NASBLA National Boating Educator of the Year
The 2023 National Pamela S. Dillon Boating Educator of the Year award was presented to Kosette Seibert, with the Alaska Office of Boating Safety, on Thursday, September 21, at the awards ceremony during the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators’ (NASBLA) Annual Conference held in Denver, Colorado.
Generously sponsored by Kalkomey Enterprises, Inc., the Pamela S. Dillon Boating Educator of the Year award was launched by NASBLA in 2011 to recognize those who go above and beyond to engage students and boaters, raise awareness, and make boating education initiatives relevant, thorough and exciting.
As a key member of the Alaska Office of Boating Safety, Seibert has played a pivotal role in elevating the organization to new heights. Her passion for boating and continuous dedication to sharing boating safety knowledge has made her one of the office's most respected and sought-after instructors. Seibert’s expertise in the field have earned her a devoted fan base of repeat customers who consistently seek her training programs.
One of Seibert’s most notable accomplishments is her role as the coordinator of Alaska's Kids Don't Float program, a statewide safety initiative aimed at addressing the high child and youth drowning rates across the state. Through this program, Seibert has reached over 17,000 students since January 2022. Geared towards high school students, the Ambassador Program equips participants with the skills to utilize the Kids Don't Float curriculum in creating their own lesson plans, which they subsequently teach at elementary schools within their community.
Additionally, Seibert has developed the Save It for the Shore campaign, a successful initiative that encourages responsible boating practices in relation to boating under the influence. Through partnerships with local breweries and the power of social media, Seibert and her team have raised awareness about the dangers of alcohol consumption on the water.
Seibert’s commitment to boating safety, combined with her exceptional organizational skills and ability to inspire others, has made her an invaluable asset to the Office of Boating Safety.
The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators congratulates Kosette Seibert on receiving the National Pamela S. Dillon Boating Educator of the Year award in acknowledgement of her commitment to boating safety, combined with her exceptional organizational skills and ability to inspire others. To learn more about NASBLA's awards program, visit www.nasbla.org/awards.
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The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) is a national nonprofit, 501(c)3 organization that works to develop public policy for recreational boating safety. NASBLA represents the recreational boating authorities of all 50 states and the U.S. territories. We offer a variety of resources, including training, model acts, education standards, publications and more. Through a national network of thousands of professional educators, law enforcement officers and volunteers, we affect the lives of nearly 85 million American boaters.