Photo: Angela Colvin is presented the shirt by Dr. Bryan Johnson, superintendent, Hamilton County Schools.
Angela Colvin, a bus driver for Hamilton County Schools, received an “I Am Hamilton” t-shirt for her work to keep children happy and taking time to communicate with parents when her bus was running late. The district presents the special shirts to individuals for efforts that positively impact Hamilton County Schools and the children we serve.
A parent posted a message on Facebook about her children’s first experience riding the bus in a new community and how Angela Colvin made the day special. There was a problem that required taking a kindergarten child back to school on this particular day after the afternoon route had started. The return to the school caused the bus to be late getting children home that afternoon.
“When Ms.
Angela opened the bus door I was greeted with smiling, laughing boys who didn’t seem a bit out of sorts,” the parent wrote. Ms. Colvin promptly introduced herself and apologized for the wait the parent had experienced. “I could tell immediately she sets the tone on that bus and it is full of laughter, comfort and love,” the parent added. “I sure hope that tonight when she finally arrives home after her extra-long route, that she knows she did an amazing job today and she made a difference in someone's life.”
"'I am Hamilton' spotlights the contributions of alumni, teachers, parents, students, support workers and community members providing opportunities for children in the classrooms of Hamilton County Schools," officials said. "Better opportunities for children today mean a brighter future filled with possibilities for our graduates, their families, and the community.
Nominate someone for “I am Hamilton” recognition.
"If you know someone worthy of recognition in the 'I am Hamilton' series, let us know. Send a short message that describes the difference the person makes in the lives of children each day in Hamilton County Schools. Include the person’s name, connection to Hamilton County Schools, your name, and your connection to Hamilton County Schools. Send the nomination to communications@hcde.org. Your nomination could be the next 'I am Hamilton.'”