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THE THAN KFU L ED ITION
Thu rsday, N o vembe r 22, 2018
There’s plenty to be thankful for this year — those feeding the pets of Tulsa’s homeless, a one-of-a-kind basketball coach, a youthful leader helping the disabled and a couple’s rediscovered ring. On this Thanksgiving Day, we share those stories and others.
Metro&Region Tulsa’s animal control officers help homeless and in-need pet owners. A21
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SPORTS BTW coach Rabu Leyva is inspirational force for school’s basketball team. B1
WORK&MONEY Torrel Miles, a local advocate for the disabled, advises local businesses. E1
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Custodian Marsha Hatton (center) jokes with students, including Bella Lobos (left) and McKenzie Shannon (right), at Tulsa’s Disney Elementary School last week. MATT BARNARD/Tulsa World
Abo ve & bey ond Longtime school custodian does what she can to support the kids Happy Thanksgiving!
By Kyle Hinchey • Tulsa World Marsha Hatton never intended to work as a custodian at Disney Elementary School for more than a few years. The only reason she took the job in the first place was because her previous workplace shut down and her supervisor knew of an opening at the school. But 23 years later, Hatton’s still there. Why? Aside from being just flat-out good at custodial work, the 57-year-old Tulsan keeps coming back for the students.
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“I get a bunch of different kids every year, and it’s nice to always see so many different faces. I know more people in this neighborhood here than in my own neighborhood.” Disney Principal Donna Gilford said Hatton’s passion to help and willingness to listen has made her a beloved figure for students. Although her job duties end with taking out the trash and keeping the floors clean, the custodian goes above and beyond by taking care of the kids. »» See Hatton page A10
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