For the last 44 years, Janet Hunter has worked as a school crossing guard at Barcroft Elementary School in Tyler, Texas. CBS 19 reports that Janet's car was repossessed in December, she was left without reliable transportation to get to work. Her situation became known in the community earlier this month, and people took action.
Parents, staff, and community members came together to raise money to help Hunter get her car back. They collected about $5-thousand to cover the cost of the repossession and related fees. The effort was organized as a way to support and show thanks to someone who has spent decades keeping local students safe.
Hunter has helped generations of children cross the street safely near the school. The community wanted to give back to her for her years of careful service. The funds allowed her to get her vehicle back and continue her work.