Department of Justice officials say Sophie Dufort, 57, was convicted in a fraud scheme.
The Lafayette High School student is one of four students in Florida and one of 161 across the country to receive the honor.
Deputies say Keith Verner, 54, pawned off the jewelry over the course of several months, selling pieces at stores dating back to August.
County commissioners without comment approved a contract for Meredith McLean, currently director of Collier County Animal Services.
State troopers say ATV went off 87th Path and flipped over