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We're committed to helping your community fully engage in the opportunities that come with real high-speed internet. That’s why we created HighlineCares, a program that helps raise funds to enable everyone to participate in these opportunities.

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Honor a Deserving Teacher

Our teachers should be recognized more often for their hard work and commitment to making a difference in their students' lives. Highline invites you to nominate someone you feel deserves to be recognized as a Teacher of the Month. Winning teachers will receive a gift card.

Jaymi Frizzle

Sanilac ISD - Thumb, MI

Jaymi Frizzle

We would like to spotlight a very special individual, Jaymi Frizzle, at Sanilac ISD is a truly kind and loving educator who makes a lasting impact every single day. Known for her patience, compassion, and dedication, Jaymi creates an environment where every student feels seen, supported, and inspired to do their best. Jaymi builds confidence, encourages kindness, and reminds students that they are capable of amazing things.

Larry LaBonte

North Central Schools - UP, MI

Larry LaBonte

October Teacher Of The Month

Larry LaBonte, 4th & 5th Grade Teacher for 36 years at North Central Schools in Hermansville. Mr. LaBonte teaches 4th and 5th-grade math and science, and 4th-grade reading.

His favorite part of teaching is watching how much the kids grow and learn throughout the year. He enjoys teaching science because of all the fun lessons with robotics and S.T.E.M. stuff that takes them out of the book and into hands-on projects and activities.

Every other year, he and his class go to Mackinaw Island, which is a challenge. They fundraise all year to raise the $5000+ with their fruit sale around Christmas time and other ways. So, if there is a company or individual that would like to contribute, please contact Mr. LaBonte or North Central Elementary School.

Mr. LaBonte’s favorite part of the day is in the morning when the kids come in saying good morning with high fives and tapping knuckles.

He has a special message for anyone thinking about a career in education, “If you have the passion, please do, because we need good teachers. It is so much more rewarding,

it is a lot of work at times, but the upside is so much better than the downside, it’s worth it.”

Mr. LaBonte told us his science teacher, Mr. Grimes, inspired him to become a teacher. There was something about the way he taught that always stuck out to him. He always had a saying above his board, “Grades are earned, not given”. Mr. Grimes was

challenging yet fair. As his student you knew that if you put the time and effort into your work, you would get what you earned.

Outside of school he is an Eagle’s Club member, he likes to travel, and spends a lot of time with his Dad.

A few words from his nominator: “He is an all around great teacher he goes out of his way for his students he comes to work early and he is always one of the last to leave at night he taught my 3 kids in school when he first got into teaching he was great then and even better now he is now teaching 2 of my grand kids with another 4 grand kids coming up he loves what he does it shows.”

Mr. LaBonte, you must be doing something right! You’re following in your mentors’ steps by guiding your students every way you can. Please tell a teacher “Thank you”—and please tell Mr. Larry LaBonte THANK YOU, for all his hard work and dedication to his students for the last 36 years.

To nominate a teacher for Teacher of the Month, please go to: https://highlinefast.com/highlinecares

Rami Renfro

Prairie Winds Elementary - Pueblo West, CO

Rami Renfro

We would like to spotlight a very special individual, Rami Renfro, at Prairie Winds Elementary. She is the Steam teacher for the entire school and has been doing a great job keeping the students engaged in activities. On top of this, she has been a part of our school's PTA program for years, which has done numerous events for our students and families.

Ms. Debbie Busbee

Upson Lee Elementary School - Thomaston, GA

Ms. Debbie Busbee

We are excited to announce Ms. Debbie Busbee as our August Teacher of the Month! Ms. Busbee teaches reading intervention at Upson Lee Elementary School.

Ms. Busbee, originally from Orlando, graduated from the University of South Florida with a degree in education for emotional and behavioral disorders. She moved to Upson County 30 years ago and is currently in her 32nd year of teaching. 

Ms. Busbee became a teacher with a goal of helping students who struggle in the classroom. She is passionate about her work and loves seeing the light in students' eyes when they finally "get it"! Ms. Busbee says reading intervention is rewarding because of the opportunity to watch students grow and become better readers. 

In her free time, Ms. Busbee enjoys volunteering with the Joy FM and TUAC and traveling the world with her two children, Jackson and Madison.

Thank you, Ms. Busbee, for the kindness, patience and care you show young readers! 

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Nominate a First Responder

Our first responders should be recognized for their dedication and commitment to public safety in our communities. Highline invites you to nominate someone you feel deserves to be recognized as a First Responder of the Month. Winning nominees will receive a gift card.

Ernie Kilgus

First Responder of the Month - Thumb, MI

Ernie Kilgus

We would like to spotlight a very special individual, Jaymi Frizzle At Sanilac ISD is a truly kind and loving educator who makes a lasting impact every single day. Known for her patience, compassion, and dedication, Jaymi creates an environment where every student feels seen, supported, and inspired to do their best. Jaymi builds confidence, encourages kindness, and reminds students that they are capable of amazing things.

Brittany Halifax

Luce County EMT - UP, MI

Brittany Halifax

Join us in honoring Brittany Hallifax, a dedicated EMT with Luce County Ambulance and our First Responder of the Month! 🚨 Brittany has been with Luce County Ambulance for the past 1 ½ years, but her commitment to helping others started much earlier. With prior experience at Cheboygan Life Support, Whitefish in Garfield, and other agencies, she has been a first responder since 2021, bringing over 4 years of experience to the job. When asked what she loves most about her work, the answer was simple: helping people. Outside of her shifts, Brittany enjoys traveling, going on cruises, and spending quality time at home with family. We are proud to recognize Brittany for her dedication, compassion, and service to our community. Thank you for all that you do!

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