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Rain or shine, this crossing guard keeps Seattle’s kids safe with a smile
Rain or shine, this crossing guard keeps Seattle’s kids safe with a smile
10/30/20252:34

For the past three years, Thomas Mitchell has helped students at Hawthorne Elementary School safely cross busy South Genesee Street as a Seattle Public Schools crossing guard. What began as a side job has become a source of pride and joy, serving as a reminder that small acts of service can make a big difference in the community. Video by Matt Peterson

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