There are a lot of very friendly, polite, reliable, and experienced crossing guards in Evergreen Park. One guard at the corner of California and 89th Street stops traffic for me almost everyday, and I'm just biking to my substitute teaching job. Its almost embarrasing.
But I have to reserve my nomination to the best team of crossing guards ever...John and Lynn. They are not married to each other, but it is obvious they are great pals. They are often seen sitting, talking, and waving their arms to make a point...after hours. However, they are very serious on duty. Each has a job to do getting kids safely to and from Central Junior High, EP Community High, and Mother McAuley High. Lynn takes the kids across the southbound lanes, and John lets turning traffic pass northbound until he is ready to stand in harms way and block all turning movements across the busy intersection. It gets complicated. Not only is Kedzie and 94th very busy, but it also has a busy freight train line that cuts across diagonally through the intersection.
John and Lynn keep up a friendly banter with the kids, reproach car drivers for stopping in the crosswalk, and shoo waiting kids off of the tracks all while performing their assigned tasks. I can even rely on these two star crossing guards to tell me if either of my daughters has been by yet or not. Thanks for the opportunity to nominate these great public servents.

I would like to nominate Maredith Robertson in Chicago at 45th & wallace

Deborah, Washington School's beloved crossing guard in Evanston, is everybody's favorite friendly face at the corner of Lee and Florence. Each day, she SINGS her greetings to passers-by: "Goooood Morning!", and "I've got Everybody!", and "Have a Goood Day!"
Deborah stays focused on her work and keeps us all mindful of what matters most: safety. Not only do the children adore her, all of the parents, pedestrians and drivers look forward to seeing her, too. We all feel her positive energy as she greets us with her big, bright smile. Thanks for making our Washington School neighborhood a better place, Deborah!

Bettye Holloway
Crossing is at Francisco and Jackson in Chicago at Calhous Elementary School
Has been watching out for the saftey and well-being of children for over 30yrs. Handing out hats and gloves to kids in the winter who did not have them. Praising and scolding when needed. Very seldom missing a day in all kinds of weather.

I'll like to nominate Bettye Holloway the crossing guard on the corner of Jackson and Francisco.

I would like to nominate Linda D. at the corner of Clark and Granville. She's a wonderful crossing guard. She is always there on time and very considerate towards the kids and parents. Clark street is a huge street,however she has always worked the street without any problems and never complains. I think she should be nominated. She is a wonderful crossing guard and she shows it by doing her job. Great Job Linda !!

I'd would like to nominate Nancy @ Hamlin/Wilson. She a very nice lady always looks out for our children going to school. She always smiley to everyone, and always there early for the kids. I and all the parents want to Thank her for being there especialy when the corner is very busy with heavy taffic. Rain,sun or snow she always in the good spirit. So Thank you Ms. Nancy , keep up the good work.

She's there rain or shine, always with a smile on her face and a high-five for every kid who crosses her crosswalk. Sharon Merrick has stood at the corners of 92nd St and 52nd Ave in Oak Lawn, for several years now, crossing kids safely to and from Covington School, and taking on the occasional errant driver. I will always have a special place in my heart for Sharon as I once witnessed her pull two of my own children to safety from a speeding driver who didn't stop. Thank you Sharon, for all you do.

Robyn, the crossing guard at Addison and Keeler, is always happy and cheerful, even when the weather is nasty. It's a busy intersection -- cars run the red light every day -- and she works to keep people safe when they cross. She helps school children, elderly ladies headed to church, people on their way to work and dog walkers, and she always has a friendly word for all. Another bonus: she is a dog lover, and she bakes dog cookies and hands them out to her regulars!

My children and I would like to nominate "Mrs. Beth"; she is on the corner of Clarence and 34th street, in Berwyn Illinois, Inspite of the cold, wind, rain, on good days or bad. Dealing with unattentive drivers and some parents who refuse to park safely and appropiatley. she ALWAYS, ALWAYS has a big smile and a wave, Instinctively my children thank her and wish her a wonderful day as she does the same. Most importantly she is ever vigilant in her duty to make sure all the children and the adults make it safe on her Watch... A great BIG THANK YOU,!! MRS BETH YOU ROCK!!!!

I would like to nominate Maredith, she is a crossing guard in Chicago at 45th & wallace. She is always cheerful with everyone. I appreciate the way she is with the children. Thank you Maredith.

I nominate Fred on the corner of East and Jackson in Oak Park as best crossing guard. He is really nice! When I was sick I couldn't walk to school so, when I started walking again fred said "Welcome back Amelia, nice to see you again" and it made my day.

I nominate Henry, the crossing guard at the corner of Prairie and Lincoln in Evanston. He does his job with amazing dedication. The weather can be pretty brutal so much of the time and he is always out there managing the traffic and pedestrians. He knows the students and families and always has a genuine interest in everyone's safety and well being. He is a true friend and treasure to the whole neighborhood.

I'd like to nominate Deborah at Washington School, Lee and Florence. She's the best! She's always happy and polite and a great start to every day.

Carolyn is a loving and fierce crossing guard. Our corner is busy in the morning. (Oakton and Ridge) and she stands strong against the rush hour traffic. She is so responsive when kids greet her and she knows an amazing number of names. Thank you Carolyn!

I would like to nominate Deborah, the Washington Elementary School crossing guard at Lee and Florence ave in Evanston. She watches after every child to make certain that they get to and from school safely and does it with unparalleled positive energy and enthusiasm. She puts a smile on everyone's face who comes into contact with her!

I too would like to nominate Fred at the corner of Jackson and East Ave in Oak Park.
This guy is the sweetest frendliest guard I ever seen. He is ALWAYS up and bubbly remember the kids either by name or by sight. Not only that, but he also remembers the car and their drivers and pets also.
No matter what foulness the weather is dumping on us Fred is always cheerful and has only positive things to say. He sets a fine example to all the kids who pass him by. There have been several times where I have been snapped out of stinking early morning bad mood by his cheerful greeting.
Give this man a medal!

I'd like to nominate Fred in Oak Park at the corner of Jackson and East Avenue. He helps kids walking to Longfellow school, Ascension school, and a bunch of other smaller schools nearby, and he always does it with a greeting and a smile!

Deborah is a crossing guard for Washington School, and she works at the corner of Florence and Lee. Her positive energy is contagious, and she considers all of the Washington School kids to be her most precious charges. She could not be more friendly, even during downpours and blizzards. She sends the kids off to school with a smile and friendly greeting. Parents feel the warmth, too, and also the security in knowing that there is another adult present who is deeply committed to the safety of all children.

Fred Nelson of Evanston Illinois and crossing guard at Lake and Wesley for Dewey school is the best crossing guard ever. He is a wonderful and caring professional who keeps our children safe every day of the school year. He is family to us. We appreciate the job he does and how he watches after all of us. Having Fred to say good morning to is a great start to our day!

Henry is our crossing guard at Lincoln and Prairie in Evanston. He has been at that intersection for the 14 years that our children have been going to the neighborhood schools... and he's just amazing. He knows everyone, how they are connected, how old they are, and who they walk with. He welcomes the little ones in strollers and celebrates the day they finally walk to kindergarten. He connects with the parents and sitters as we are all amazed when our little ones stop crossing at his station and move onto high school and beyond. He always wants to know who is doing what and still remembers every name and face. He makes this feel like a small town. And, this contributes in a huge way to a feeling of safety! When I see him, he can tell me if my children have already crossed to go home and who they were with. I feel incredibly fortunate to live near Henry's intersection!

I nominate Sarah, a crossing guard for Dawes School in Evanston's District 65. Sarah is the most pleasant, responsible, and cheerful grossing guard imaginable. My wife and I feel quite comfortable trusting her with our children's safety.

Deborah, the Washington Elementary School crossing guard at the corner of Lee and Florence in Evanston, IL, is AWESOME! She not only takes great pride and care in her duties, she also sends all the kids (and their parents!) off to school with a hearty cry of "HAVE A GOOD DAY!" This enthusiastic message sets a terrific tone for the rest of the day. We love her!

The absolute best crossing guard has to be Bryce, who works at the corner of Lincoln, Webster and Geneva, right by the tin man at Oz Park. He is the friendliest guy--always has a warm smile and kind greeting for everyon: the kids, the parents, the local merchants, the streets and san guys and the homeless. Bryce keeps the high schoolers in line, and lets motorist know, in a gentle but firm way, when they are not respecting the crosswalks and pedestrians. Bryce has had a few health scares over the years, and everyone at the bus stop and walking by fills each other in when they know how he is. His not-so-secret vice is that he loves to visit the riverboats to "try his luck" on the weekends. He is a dear person who brightens the day for so many of us!

Henry R., at the corner of Lincoln and Prairie in Evanston, protects hundreds of students walking and biking to and from two schools and commuters using the Central Street Metra station. Henry arrives early and stays late, builds good will in the neighborhood, knows the students' names, is a fierce enforcer of pedestrian rights, and has contributed significantly to the building of a pedestrian culture in Evanston.

I'd like to recognize the friendly crossing guard at 34th and Oak Park in Berwyn. She always has a smile on her face, regardless if it's sunny, snowy or raining. She's always looking out for everyone.

I'd like to nominate Maria the crossing guard at Decatur Classical School in Chicago (on Sacramento and Touhy Aves.)