“Tim is a very, very hard worker, and he has very good systems in place. The custodial team [at Unity] is amazing. Any time we need something done, we can call Tim on the walkie-talkie or cell phone and he will respond and either come himself, or send someone else from the team." -Rocco Modugno, assistant principal, Unity Junior High School

For more than 20 years, Cicero native Tim Fitzgerald has dedicated his days to ensuring schools across Cicero District 99 are clean, well-run and safe for students and staff. Because of his friendly demeanor, care for going above and beyond with work and cultivating a positive work environment for numerous custodial staff members, Fitzgerald was celebrated at last week's Board of Education meeting as D99's Very Own.

Watch his story here: