Employee of the Month (March 2007)

Guilford County Schools Announce Debbie Owens as Employee of the Month

Debbie Owens has been a bus driver with Guilford County Schools (GCS) for 17 years. In that time, she has taken the children on her route as her own, and with that, she’s gained the love and respect of the riders as well as their parents. According to one parent, “I'd rather have my kids on the bus with Miss Debbie than with any of my relatives.”

Because of her years of outstanding service, her dedication to the safety of her riders and the way in which she impacts the lives of everyone she meets, Owens has been selected as the March GCS Employee of the Month.

As Employee of the Month, Owens received a $50 gift card from Sam’s Club, which has partnered with GCS to support the employee recognition program. During the month of March, her photo will hang at all GCS main offices as well as the Sam’s Club on Wendover Avenue. In addition, the Guilford County Board of Education will recognize her at its March 13 meeting.

Guilford County Schools is the third largest school district in North Carolina serving more than 70,000 students at 116 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.