Crossing Guard Sally Keeps Blue Point Elementary Students Safe Every Day

Blue Point, NY — Back-to-school season brings a mix of excitement and nerves — for students, parents and staff alike. Thankfully, Blue Point 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 R. Church, who nominated Sally, a crossing guard at Blue Point elementary.

What is the school hero’s name?

Crossing guard Sally.

Where does this school hero work?

Blue Point Elementary.

Please describe why this individual is a hero at your school.

Miss Sally is a generational member of our community who greets ever child with a smile. She knows most of their names, knows the parents, sees them at church on Sunday, is our neighbor and our friend. She keeps the children in our towns safe and has a smile and a chat for everyone.

How do you know the school hero you’re nominating?

She is my children's school crossing guard.

What should your community know about this person?

Miss Sally is out there helping the children every day in every kind of weather. She has a smile for everyone and is always interested in the lives and goings on of the children and families. We are a tight-knit, very small community and we look out for one another. Crossing guard Sally is a vital and well appreciated member of our community.

What three words best describe the school hero?

Safety, kindness, attentiveness

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