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Cheryl A. Thomas
Cheryl A. Thomas, a Pinellas County Schools bus driver and training assistant, was named Florida's 2015 School-Related Employee of the Year. The announcement was made Friday morning during a ceremony in Orlando. Thomas was selected from among five statewide finalists.
In January, Thomas was named the Pinellas County Schools 2014-15 Support Employee of the Year.
"Every school employee is important in creating an environment that encourages student learning," said state Education Commissioner Pam Stewart. "I am pleased to honor Ms. Thomas for her extraordinary commitment to her students and community. I know she has made a lasting impact on the families of Pinellas County. "
Pinellas County Schools Superintendent Michael A. Grego said Cheryl works tirelessly to contribute to the education of students, going way beyond her assigned responsibilities to serve the children, the schools, the district and the community.
"Cheryl's ability to connect with students and her peers that gives her added value to our district," Dr, Grego said. "She represents the high quality of employees we have in Pinellas County Schools and we are proud she has received this recognition."
Thomas was presented with a $1,000 award and tickets to Universal Orlando theme parks. The remaining four statewide finalists receive a $500 cash prize and tickets to Universal Orlando theme parks.