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Bus Driver Brings Music, Joy And Holiday Spirit To La Grange Students
Phil of District 102 is celebrated for his kindness, creativity and the way he makes every ride to school brighter for kids.
La Grange, IL — Back-to-school season brings a mix of excitement and nerves — for students, parents and staff alike. Thankfully, Illinois is home to everyday school heroes who help make the transition smoother and the school year a little brighter.
From teachers and tutors to bus drivers, cafeteria staff, crossing guards and more, these caring individuals bring steady support and positivity to our schools. To recognize their many contributions — big and small — Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to salute the unsung heroes of back-to-school.
This submission comes from Debbie Garrison, who nominated Phil of District 102.
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What is the school hero’s name?
Phil
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Where does this school hero work?
District 102
Please describe why this individual is a hero at your school.
I would like to say this man is a god sent to our kids. He’s very kind, having his phone set up to play songs for our kids on the way to school and back home. My grandson comes home just singing up a storm. And he doesn’t talk much! But he can really belt out these songs,, He decorates his windows on the bus for each holiday and I know he put a smile on their face too, Mr. Phil your a great man and a perfect bus driver that I trust and respect dearly, I hope to see you back again next year! Have a great summer! Amos Garrison Jr. and family
How do you know the school hero you’re nominating?
He’s my grandson bus driver
What should your community know about this person?
He is a grandpa to all the kids on his bus, He also text us parents to let us know he will be a few minutes late, so we won’t worry. He decorate is windows so the kids could see the difference of the holiday, play songs that the kids come in singing,
What three words best describe the school hero?
Caring, loving, happy
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