Volunteer of the Month (January 2009)

Guilford County Schools Announce Gina Hicks as January Volunteer of the Month

When Gina Hicks saw a need for new playground equipment at Erwin Montessori, she sprung into action. She planned and organized the school’s first walkathon, and with more than $6,000 raised, she was able to provide improvements to the school’s playground. That’s not all; this dedicated volunteer is at the school nearly every day, lending a hand wherever necessary. Hicks served as treasurer for the Parent Teacher Association for two years, then moved to co-president.

According to Dr. Deborah Parker, Erwin’s principal, Hicks serves to rally the troops. “We are blessed to have so very many outstanding volunteers at Erwin Montessori, and it is difficult singling out just one,” Parker said. “Gina’s volunteerism is simply representative of the wonderful parents we have who serve our school unselfishly.”   

District and American Express representatives surprised Hicks with Volunteer of the Month honors. She received a gift basket and $25 gift card from American Express, which has generously partnered with Guilford County Schools (GCS) to support the volunteer recognition program.

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Guilford County Schools is the third largest school district in North Carolina serving more than 71,000 students at 120 schools. With approximately 10,000 employees, the district’s mission is to graduate responsible citizens who are college/work ready.

Guilford County Schools is a national leader in providing specialized schools and instructional programs designed to meet the educational needs of a culturally diverse citizenship.  For more information, visit the district’s Web site at www.gcsnc.com.