Custodial Staff at Baltimore City Schools Play Key Role in Student Success

In the Baltimore City Public School System, custodial staff are essential in creating a safe and clean environment for students to thrive. Their daily efforts allow children to focus on their education in a positive atmosphere.

Teresa Fleming, who has dedicated thirty years to her role as a custodian, emphasizes the importance of her work in supporting students. Beyond maintaining cleanliness, she and her colleagues engage with students, celebrating their achievements and fostering a sense of community within the school.

The custodial team takes pride in witnessing the growth and success of students, who often express their gratitude for the hard work of staff members like Ms. Teresa.

This commitment to service aligns with the principles of the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), which represents not only custodians but also school nurses, maintenance personnel, and bus drivers within the school system. Recently, AFSCME secured a new contract that includes salary increases and additional funding for necessary supplies and health and safety equipment.

Reported by HarborBeat based on WMAR 2 News Baltimore (source).