Volunteer of the Month (November 2009)

American Express Recognizes Jamestown Middle Volunteer

Louis Chaney believes in building a positive community by impacting one student at a time. That’s why he shares his gifts with the students of Jamestown Middle, even though he doesn’t have a child at the school. He teaches children the benefits of leadership and community service through the Campus Life program, which he oversees.

He doesn’t stop there. He lends an open ear to students who need a positive role model through the Lunch Buddy program. In addition, he has a CDL license, and often volunteers to drive activity buses for field trips and athletic events at no cost.

In the nomination of Chaney, teacher Gary Gonzalez said, “He makes a huge difference in the lives of our students and selflessly gives of himself and his time for the betterment of all at JMS.”

Know a volunteer who goes above and beyond? Nominate him or her to be the next GCS Volunteer of the Month here: http://www.gcsnc.com/depts/community/vom_form.htm.

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.