Reverend Jody Brown, a Bus Driver for Hamilton Heights School Corporation, has been named as a Husky Hero for December 2022.
Rev. Brown, who is affectionately known as Jody to most everyone, received several nominations for his caring disposition, dedication, and natural connection with students he transports to and from school, sporting events, and field trips.
“As we all know, getting kids out the door in the morning can be overwhelming,” said Lindsay Becker. “Mr. Jody has always been a warm, welcome smile on the hurried days to the bus (and the non-hurried too). I never had to worry that we would miss the bus because he’d always give us some grace if we weren’t out there ready and waiting. As a parent that takes off a lot of stress. Plus, my kids love Mr. Jody. My youngest son said, ‘he’s funny’ and my oldest son said, ‘he’s kind and always says hi and he loves our dog.’ Though some may see his job as a small sliver of a child’s day; I see the importance of what he does and appreciate that he gets our kids started on the right foot to be successful each and every day through his gentle and kind spirit.”
Brittany Kincaid said, “He’s the best bus driver, and such a great person in our community!”
Megan Bishop said Mr. Brown is an amazing member of the Hamilton Heights community.
“On Nov. 15, I watched him pick up my kids for school, drive to the Children’s Museum for the second-grade field trip, drop the kids back off after school, and then transport the sixth-grade boys to their basketball game in Lapel,” Bishop said, “meaning a 5:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. day for him followed by a 5:30 a.m. wake-up call the next day. On top of that, he is kind and gentle with the kids and genuinely cares for them. We appreciate him!”
“Jody is our bus driver, and he has been so incredibly kind to my son!” said an appreciative Kelsey Morgan. “My son has had a rough year, but Jody always seems to make his morning and night a little bit brighter! We truly appreciate the kindness he shines through the kids.”
“It goes without saying that I was very surprised and humbled to be selected as a Husky Hero,” Brown said upon receiving the recognition. “It is such an honor for me and I’m very grateful. Probably the greatest joy I get driving a school bus is the relationships I have with the students and with their parents. We have a sign at the transportation office that reads: ‘We transport precious cargo.’ This is how I see my role as a bus driver knowing parents depend on me to transport their most valued possessions: their children. Every one of our bus drivers at Hamilton Heights share the same sentiment as I and it’s a privilege to be part of the transportation team.”
Congratulations to the Hamilton Heights December Husky Hero. Thank you, Rev. Brown, for making a difference for those around you and being a Husky Hero. Thank you to Amber and Craig Bowen (F.C. Tucker Company), for being heroes for Hamilton Heights by championing this special program.
About the Husky Hero Award
The monthly award is designed to recognize a Hamilton Heights School Corporation employee for performing an act of kindness, or going above and beyond for a student, fellow staff member, or the community. Any staff member employed by the district is eligible to be recognized and can be nominated by anyone on or off campus. The Husky Hero recipient will be presented with a certificate and a monetary donation of $250 in appreciation for their making a meaningful impact.
Nominate a Husky Hero today or learn more about this special recognition program at bit.ly/hhschuskyhero. Thank you, Craig and Amber Bowen for being heroes for Hamilton Heights by championing this special program.