Beaumont’s Carter Selected as Kids’ Champion

Each month, our district recognizes an outstanding member of Team FCPS who makes a difference in students’ lives and embodies the five key characteristics of a Kids’ Champion: innovation, advocacy, empathy, knowledge, and a positive attitude. For December, our award winner is Tolley Carter, a paraeducator at Beaumont Middle School who assists students with special needs. Carter’s dedication and compassion make him an invaluable member of the FCPS family, and he exemplifies what it means to go above and beyond for students and colleagues.

Superintendent Demetrus Liggins surprised Carter at school this week with balloons and the Kids’ Champion award. The Fayette County Board of Education will also salute him at their Dec. 19 action meeting.

The person who submitted the nomination wrote: “Coach Carter brings such a positive attitude to his team and instills in his players the same attitude. He is very empathetic toward his players and students alike. He understands them, works with them, and encourages them to do well in school and on the field. He is the first person to stand up for what is right for his players and students and ensures that their voices are heard. He is knowledgeable about football but also about child development and how the middle school mind works. His players and students enjoy being in his presence and want to give 110% because of the motivation that he instills in each of them.”

If you know a Kids’ Champion who advocates for students and fosters a positive environment where all can thrive, you can nominate them for this districtwide recognition.

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