Kids & Family
Caring Custodian in Running for Nation's Top Janitor
Larry Aupperlee, a custodian at Minnesauke for 17 years is one of ten janitors nominated nationwide in top janitor contest.
For 17 years custodian Larry Aupperlee has been the go to guy for the staff and students at Minnesauke Elementary school from changing flat tires to setting up the stage to cleaning off snow from cars and because of those efforts, he has been nominated as Janitor of the Year in a national contest.
“I’ve know Larry for three years,” said Minnesauke principal Brian Biscari. “He cares about this place like it’s his second home.”
Biscari is not the only person who thinks Aupperlee is tops. The president and vice president of the Parent Teacher Association nominated him for the honor.
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"He does more than just sweep the floors," said PTA vice president Jen Torre. "He is a great guy, always helping out and entertains the kids at events."
Aupperlee is one of 10 who are in the running for the top honor, which carries a $2,500 prize for the school and $2,500 for the winner.
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“Larry takes great pride in what he does and cares about this place. It shows in everything he does,” said Biscari.
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