Mr. Kevin’s Final Goodbye
Mr. Kevin setting up the TV in the C Wing hallway.
April 16, 2018
Father of 5. Hardworking Janitor. Funny. Kind. Humble. Mr. Kevin, our West Middle School (WMS) janitor, will be retiring on June 30th, 2018.
Why Mr. Kevin is Retiring
Mr. Kevin has decided to retire because he has worked as a janitor for 38 years and he is finally ready to enjoy life. He states, “I want to go to Tennessee when I retire because I want to retire in a nice climate, and it is nice and quiet [there].” Mr. Kevin also wants the students at West to know that “It was nice knowing and meeting you.” On a scale of 1-10, he will miss the job a 5/10.
How Teachers Feel About Mr. Kevin Retiring
Most of our teachers here at West are sad about Mr. Kevin retiring. Mr. Trzeciak, the WMS STEM teacher says, “All good things must come to an end.” Mrs. Bazzi, the West Middle School LME/PBL teacher explains, “Mr. Kevin makes me laugh and is very helpful.” She also states, “We have developed a strong friendship over the years.” Mr. Almachy thinks he is goofy and will miss his jokes.
How Students Feel About Mr. Kevin Retiring
Teachers aren’t the only ones that will miss Mr. Kevin, students will too! Amelia Orlowski, a 7th grader at West Middle School states, “ I will miss him because he is a good person, isn’t boring, and cares about the students.” Bailey Kennedy, a 7th grader at West feels like Mr. Kevin was good at his job because he cared about the staff and students.
Fun Facts About Mr. Kevin
Do you really know Mr. Kevin? Here are some fun facts about him:
- He has 5 kids and their ages are 35, 33, 31, 29, and 27.
- He plays on a softball team.
- He enjoys fishing.
- His favorite drinks are pop and coffee.
- His favorite candy is Kit Kats.
- He went to Garden City High School.
As Mr. Kevin walks these halls for the last times, make sure you show your appreciation towards him. He has enjoyed his job here at West because it is a great school and everyone is over the top. The Bulldogs will miss you, enjoy your retirement Mr. Kevin!
zander • Nov 2, 2018 at 12:57 pm
seriously man, 5/10 only
Myles Cionca • May 7, 2018 at 11:03 am
I always feel lucky whenever I see Mr. Kevin in school nowadays. I’m gonna miss him.
An unimportant person • May 4, 2018 at 11:21 am
Lol to Maggie’s post. Same happens to me at home.
Anna • May 3, 2018 at 4:45 pm
I’ll miss his jokes. He always called me “soup kid”.
Unknown • May 3, 2018 at 4:36 pm
I remember the first day I came to West, Mr. Kevin gave my friends and I a friendly high five and we thought it was so cool! Mr. Kevin is very friendly, caring and polite. And everyday he would say “Hi” or “Hello” too anyone who walked past him in the hallway! He truly is the best janitor that I know… and I know that my friends and I will miss him, along with all of my other peers!
Alexandra Cinzori • May 3, 2018 at 8:25 am
I don’t want mr.kevin to leave. ;-;
Kris • May 2, 2018 at 8:29 am
Mr.Kevin is a savage
Maggie • Apr 30, 2018 at 8:14 am
I remember how Serina ^ would always tell me that Mr Kevin would wake her up when she was asleep in the hallway to make sure she’s not dead. Thank you Mr Kevin for caring about my cousin<333
Ariana • Apr 27, 2018 at 11:15 am
Now I’m sad 🙁 I just found out that he was leaving.
serina • Apr 27, 2018 at 8:14 am
mr. kevin is a hard working person. i always liked when we talked in the mornings when no one was here, he is like a friend and i will miss him too.
unknown • Apr 18, 2018 at 1:38 pm
i mean i just got here this year and never talked to him but he is nice and i will miss him
Awesomeness • Apr 17, 2018 at 10:38 am
;~; We will all miss him