Earlier this month, on a day off, the 5th graders of Saugatuck Elementary School Bus #2 collaborated on a lemonade stand.
Their goal was to raise funds for their bus driver, Ken. Specifically, they wanted to buy him an (ever popular) Owala water bottle (among other things).
Cups for Ken!
Gina Lewis — who sent along this great story — says: “Ken is patient, kind and fun. He relates to the kids, and keeps them safe at the same time.
“Being a bus driver is not the most glamorous job, or the most appreciated. It can also try your patience. But Ken greets our kids every day with a smile, and they love him.
“Here is to Ken, and all of the other Westport public school bus drivers.”
Thanks, Gina. So today’s Unsung Heroes are both our school bus drivers like Ken — and the 5th graders at Saugatuck who so thoughtfully honored their favorite.
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