Students and staff agree: School can’t happen without ESPs

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During American Education Week 2022, the school community shared their thanks for the way education support professionals (ESPs) round out education and enrich the lives of their students.

Adnan, 11, said he can’t have a positive learning experience without his bus driver, Mr. Ralph.

“He talks to me in the morning and sometimes gives us candy in the afternoon,” said Adnan. “He also makes sure I cross the road safely.”

Adelena, also 11, said her cafeteria workers make sure they have lunch every single day that’s “nice and warm” and always have fruit and milk to make sure they have a balanced meal.

“Thank you, lunch ladies,” Adelena said.

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