RSVP honors Barrett

By Rebecca Sherwood and Nicole Rondeau
SACS Journalism Students
    On Dec. 8, Elaine (Tessie) Barrett was honored by RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) at Southern Aroostook Community School. Gini Garrett, RSVP southern area coordinator, thanked Barrett for her many years of service to the young people of the community and presented her with a gift.
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ALL SMILES — Elaine (Tessie) Barrett is all smiles after being recognized for her years of volunteer work in the Headstart/pre-school programs in the Southern Aroostook Community School District. Pictured in front are from left, Midge Henderson and Elaine (Tessie) Barrett. Back row from left, Brandi Violet, Gini Garrett (RSVP Southern Area Coordinator), Greg Bagley (SACS elementary principal), and Ruby White.
    Barrett started volunteering in 1995 in the Headstart Program in Dyer Brook. When the pre-school program moved to Southern Aroostook Community School, Barrett followed in their tiny footsteps. Loved by the children, “Grammie Tessie” enjoys every minute she spends with them.
    According to Barrett, each day with the children brings forth new experiences. Barrett resides in Oakfield with her son Bruce.