Pursell recognized as January 2019 School Employee of the Month

Director of Schools William Curtis, left, hands Cheyrel Pursell a certificate in recognition of being named Cannon County Schools Employee of the Month for January 2019.

WOODBURY - Mrs. Cheyrel Pursell, Secretary for Auburn School in Auburntown, Tennessee was named as "Employee of the Month" for January 2019 by Cannon County Schools.

During the January Meeting of the Cannon County Board of Education on Thursday, January 10th, 2019, Mrs. Pursell was recognized and presented a certificate by Cannon County Schools Director William F. Curtis for her service to her school and the Cannon County School System.

Employees are nominated by School Principals or School District Supervisors and are voted on during monthly Principal and Supervisor meetings regarding individuals who exemplify the Mission and Vision of Cannon County Schools.

Auburn School Principal Ms. Melinda Crook nominated Mrs. Pursell for this honor and stated regarding this outstanding educator: "Mrs. Cheyrel always goes the extra mile for our students, parents, teachers, and staff. She has been here for 29 years, and has had perfect attendance for many of those years. She is always willing to do whatever is asked of her, usually before it is even asked."

Director of Cannon County Schools, Mr. William F. Curtis stated, "Mrs. Cheyrel Pursell is an outstanding employee that goes beyond her secretarial duties. She is a very special person who does "Whatever it Takes" for the students, parents, and staff as a great encourager!

"I believe Mrs. Cheyrel personifies our Mission of Cannon County Schools of 'Preparing All Students for their Future' by most assuredly being 'E3 - Engaged in Excellence Every Day.' Congratulations to Mrs. Pursell for being an impactful 'Team Player' in our Cannon County Schools family for all Cannon County Students."