Waresboro Elementary staff members Michelle Boyd and Chris Aldridge were honored earlier this month as Ware County Board of Education Golden Achievement Award winners.
Boyd, a teacher, was chosen the Certified honoree while Aldridge, a resource officer, was the Classified winner. The two were recognized by Principal Dr. Biff Lee during the school board’s November business meeting.
“I’m honored to recognize Mrs. Michelle Boyd as the certified Golden Achievement recipient,” Lee said. “Mrs. Boyd has worked as an educator for 23 years as a fourth grade and first grade teacher. We’ve been blessed to have her at Waresboro for the past three years as one of our first grade teachers.
“... She has unwavering patience and empathy for her students and respect from her colleagues. In addition, Mrs. Boyd came to us with a wealth of knowledge in not only content but also in the science of reading. This area is not only her passion, but her mission. Each year, she tasks herself with teaching every child to read.
“This objective has driven her to seek out more knowledge and take charge of her own professional development. In turn, it has led her to volunteer to participate in LETRS training, a work-intensive, two-year program grounded in the science of reading.
“ ... We are beyond blessed to have Mrs. Boyd as part of our staff and lives.”
Of Aldridge, Dr. Lee said, “I’m honored to recognize Officer Chris Aldridge as the classified Golden Achievement recipient. Officer Aldridge is currently in his second year as the School Resource Officer. In a very short time, it is safe to say Officer Aldridge may have become the most beloved staff member at the ’Boro.
“He begins his day by opening car doors and happily greeting students and their parents. There are certain students who struggle getting out of the car in the morning, unless Officer Aldridge is the one opening their door. I cannot tell you how many times parents have dropped off breakfast to him in the morning car rider line.
“Officer Aldridge also works tirelessly, ensuring we are safe. He is constantly walking through the school, greeting students and staff, working in the lunchroom, lending a helping hand, and going outside in all types of weather while our students are at recess. Officer Aldridge is a prime example of someone who loves his job and makes it his mission to make others feel loved and important.”
