Meet The Mount Vernon School Monitors

These are the faces of the men and women ensuring that your children are kept from harm when they’re in the cafeteria and the schoolyard. They work hard every day to make sure that the Mt. Vernon School District is providing not just a quality education, but also a safe one!

Meet Cliffton Abney

School Monitor for 30 years

“I’ve cared for thousands of children over the years and that has been incredibly important to me, but the School District has not shown us that we are important too. I’m fighting for a fair contract with paid time off and wage increases for me and my coworkers.”

Meet Clorine Norris

School Monitor for 18 years

“For the last 18 years, I’ve ensured the safety of thousands of Mount Vernon’s children. Despite the priceless lives that I watch over, the School District has not shown that they value me. I am asking the Superintendent to do what’s right and provide better wages and sick days for me and my coworkers.”

Meet Pamela Sheftall

School Monitor for 11 years

“Sometimes you get sick, that’s beyond anyone’s control. I shouldn’t have to chose between getting well and paying my bills. That’s why I’m fighting for paid sick days in my union contract. It’s not just about dignity in the workplace, but also making sure my students stay healthy.”