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Dorchester District 4 names three 'Everyday Heroes'; facilities and athletics updates announced
Summary
At the Feb. 18 meeting Dorchester District 4 recognized three staff members as 'Everyday Heroes,' and staff reported progress on turf/playground projects, access-control rollouts and strong athletics participation including five wrestlers qualifying for state.
Dorchester School District 4 recognized three staff members at its Feb. 18 board meeting as part of its monthly 'Everyday Hero' program and heard facilities and athletics updates from district staff.
Dr. April Sanders introduced the program, explaining that each honoree receives a certificate and a coin from the superintendent as a token of appreciation. "We are delighted to continue our Everyday Hero employee recognition program celebrating the wonderful individuals who play an important role in the success of our schools," Sanders said.
The board recognized Gina, a fourth-grade math and science teacher at Harleyville Elementary nominated by Principal Jeremy Wolf Gang, for classroom dedication and creating engaging lessons. Antonette Clark, a school counselor at Clay Hill Elementary, was honored after a nomination from Alysa lmon; the nominator described Clark as "the heart and soul of our school." Paula Knight, a teacher assistant in special education at Woodland High School, was recognized for advocacy and support for students with disabilities; Monica tter (director of the Office of Exceptional Children) nominated Knight.
On facilities, Mr. James Martin reported progress on three large playground projects: Clay Hill’s turf is installed and awaiting fencing and tree work, and Williams Memorial is scheduled for turf with ribbon-cutting plans. He said the St. George school administration-area project targets a March completion and that technology staff are deploying badge-based access controls districtwide by summer.
Athletics updates noted a successful wrestling rollout this year with roughly 65 participants across the program, eight or nine advancing to lower-state competition and five qualifying for the state tournament. The superintendent said spring sports participation is strong overall, with about 250–300 high-school student-athletes involved in after-school athletics at this time.
What’s next: the board applauded the honorees and will publicize project ribbon-cutting invitations and athletic schedules as they are finalized.
