Driver Julie Petty from Location #12336 in Bristol, NH has a special bond with her students from the Winnisquam Regional School District in Tilton, N.H. Her pleasing personality, dedication to safety and determination to make the bus ride a positive experience for the students, set her apart. Last month, Southwick Elementary School in Northfield, N.H. recognized Julie for her outstanding service with the Awesome Citizen Award. “I realize that many of these students don’t always have the easiest of mornings,” said Julie. “I try to make a positive difference in their lives by each morning greeting them with ‘high fives’ and saying something kind to each of them as they enter and exit my bus.” Location Manager Alison Jones, “We are honored to have her. She is amazing with kids and such a pleasure with whom to work.”