Thursday, February 23, 2012

So long, Mr. Sperry!

Fifth grade Ord Terrace teacher David Sperry, a commander in the Navy reserves, was called for a tour of duty in Afghanistan, and he'll be leaving March 9. His colleagues and students at the Seaside Elementary went through great lengths yesterday and today to surprise him with farewell parties. On Thursday, all fifth graders gathered at Cunninham Park -- without his knowledge- and feted him with hot dogs, cake and games.

Sperry has been at the district for eight years, and this year's group is been his favorite so far, he said. And the children seem to
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Gospeed, Mr. Sperry!





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