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‘She Can Turn a Bad Day Around’ — Meet The Jersey City School Security Guard Loved By All
From warm greetings to unforgettable acts of kindness, Natalie Pizza makes Clarendon Elementary a safer, happier place for everyone.
Jersey City, NJ — Back-to-school season brings a mix of excitement and nerves — for students, parents and staff alike. Thankfully, Jersey City 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 Sarah dragone, who nominated Natalie pizza of Clarendon elementary school.
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What is the school hero’s name?
Natalie pizza
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Where does this school hero work?
Clarendon elementary school
Please describe why this individual is a hero at your school.
Natalie is our security guard.she always has a smile and a kind word for all student, parents, teachers, staff and everyone.she will take an upset child and make it the best day they ever had. She is caring, nurturing and makes all feel safe in her presence. We had a student who was ha I g a hard time last year who loved a certain character. She actually made up a picture to make it look like this character entered the school just for him and wrote the student a letter. A memory this child will never forget. She is first in and always willing to sacrifice her family time for when and whayebwe we need. Natalie is a true hero to all of us and I am proud to call her my friend and equal.
How do you know the school hero you’re nominating?
Colleagues, a true friend
What should your community know about this person?
She is an asset to this community and school system. She attends most things for fundraising and if she can’t attend she donates. Usually, first one on the list.
What three words best describe the school hero?
Amazing, caring, loving
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