LETTER TO THE EDITOR

*The following letter to the editor is a sentiment expressed in several letters addressed to the Citizen*

Dear Editor:

In response to the news article “Columbus PTO exec nominated for National LifeChanger of the year Award”, I would like to strongly encourage our community to go and show their support to Mandi Kulhanek’s nomination. As a member of the PTO team working beside Mandi over the past two years, I cannot think of anyone more deserving of this recognition The hard work done each day in our schools and school district to educate our children rarely receives the praise it deserves. When I joined the PTO, my intention was to become more involved in my child’s education while still working full time. The more involved I became with the PTO; I realized how critical parent and community support is to the future of our children and the success of our school district.

Through many struggles last year, Mandi never once stopped giving back to the kids in our community. She continues to be a light and spread positivity to everyone around her. She has the biggest heart and is always willing to help anyone in need. Mandi has played a critical role in revitalizing our PTO and building a strong support system for our elementary campus.

This nomination is a great honor for Mandi Kulhanek and the entire CES PTO Board Team working with her in our community. I would love to see Mandi win this award and be able to fund future enhancements to our campus. It’s our time now to rally behind Mandi and show her our support by visiting her profile at www.lifechangeroftheyear. com. By leaving supporting comments, you can increase her odds of winning this award and qualify her for the spirit award.

Kelsey Zapalac