LifeChanger of the Year Nominee Profile

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Melody Halsey

Position: Secretary
School: Bolivar Road Elementary School
School District: Chittenango Central School District
City, State: Chittenango, NY

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Donna Henry Posted over a year ago

Mrs. Halsey is a consummate professional. She is most competent in all areas of her responsibilities. Not only is Mrs. Halsey extremely competent (certainly from the vantage point of the staff), she is also kind, considerate, helpful and reassuring to everyone she encounters (students, staff, parents, and administrators) in the course of her long days at school. Mrs. Halsey helps all people and is a life changer! Thank you, Mel!

Katie Weiss Posted over a year ago

Mel Halsey is a secretary like no other! Our school has gone through many changes and transitions over the last few years and Mel has been the one person we could rely and depend on. She is our constant! Mel is the queen of multitasking, managing, problem-solving and organizing; all the while with a smile upon her face! Mel is one of the most hard working and dedicated individuals and we are so lucky to have her here. She is at the core of our school's success, as she works tirelessly to help and support not only the teachers and administrators, but also the students and parents in our district. She always goes above and beyond her duties, because that is who she is and she is always willing to help any and everyone solve the many conflicts or problems that may arise during our busy school days. She is always professional and yet she is personably and truly demonstrates her devotion and passion for our school and district each and every day through the work she does. I can't think of a more deserving individual for this "Life Changer" award, because Mel day in and day out works so hard to make everyone elses lives run smoothly. I am truly privileged to call her a colleague and friend. Bolivar Elementary and Chittenango Central School District would not be what it is with out our Mel!

Kimberly Sammon Posted over a year ago

Melody Halsey is definitely a life changer in our school, Bolivar Road Elementary! I have known Mrs. Halsey for about 15 years and she is always available to answer questions and to help in anyway! Over the years I, myself have gone to her with questions and she always takes the time to answer them or find out the answer if she does not know it herself. Additionally, her daily interaction with the students at Bolivar Road is amazing. She always demonstrates kindness, empathy, and support. I know for sure that our school would not run as smoothly as it does without Mrs. Halsey!

Darcy Troast Posted over a year ago

Mel is an amazing example of a woman that goes above and beyond everyday to make everyone's life at Bolivar wonderful. She always greets everyone with a smile and has just a compassionate tone with our students. Mel is often one of the first staff members in our building and always one of the last to leave at the end of the school day. She is loved by all and we are truly blessed to have Mel as one of the most important members of our Bolivar family!!!

Michelle Wilson Posted over a year ago

Melody Halsey is such an amazing person. She is kind and compassionate. She welcomes everyone into our building with a bright smile and a friendly greeting. Although she is extremely busy, she takes time for the students, parents and teachers who ask so much of her throughout the day. Mel truly is a "Life Changer". She has helped many of us through difficult times. She has been supportive, caring, and as always, professional. We are so lucky to have her as a colleague, and even luckier to call her our friend. She is so deserving of this award.

Sydney & Brynn Kent Posted over a year ago

Mrs. Halsey deserves this award because she is always nice to everyone. When students come into the office [and stuff] she always helps them. ;)

Sue Shafer Posted over a year ago

Mel Halsey is the most dedicated secretary I know! She is at school very early every morning and stays at work very late everyday, and it is not unusual at all to see her in school on weekends! She is asked many questions and is asked for help all throughout every day, and she always makes you feel like you are very important and not bothering her at all. She always talks to you and helps you with a smile on her face. She is one of the hardest workers and one of the most pleasant people I know. I truly feel that Mel deserves the "Life Changer" award because of what she does for the teachers, administrators, co-workers, parents, and students of Chittenango Central Schools.

Kari Devendorf Posted over a year ago

Mel is amazing!! She is absolutely deserving of this award!!

Missy Posted over a year ago

Mel Halsey is an extraordinary individual! She is dedicated, compassionate, inspiring, and so much more. Mel has been the one to keep Bolivar on the right track through many transitions. She works endless hours and always remains focused and calm. Not only is she a remarkable colleague, she is a true friend. As busy as she may be, she is always there to listen and give excellent advice. I feel lucky to work with such an amazing person. Mel Halsey has impacted my life and so many others in a positive way! She is a Life Changer!

Selena Devendorf Posted over a year ago

I knew Mel Halsey long before I started working at Bolivar and knew what a great person she was . But now working with her over the last 10 years she is the strength behind Bolivar that keeps us together on a daily basis. We have been through so many changes and she got us through it all. She goes above and beyond in everything she does and we are so lucky to have her as a colleague and part of our lives. She is more then deserving of this award .

Jennifer Gordon Posted over a year ago

Mel is amazing! She helps All of us here at Bolivar. She is always kind and patient! Thanks for all you do!

Sarah Martin Posted over a year ago

Mel deserves this award more than anyone. She takes part in and takes care of every aspect of our school. She is warm and welcoming to everyone regardless of what kind of day it may be. She goes above and beyond everyday and it shows. Our school wouldn't be what it is without her. She is dedicated, kind, compassionate and hard working. She is a true "Life Changer!!" Thank you Mel for all that you do!

Kelsey Wisner Posted over a year ago

Mrs. Halsey absolutely deserves this award because she is the "foundation" to our school. She always stays late to make sure every job is compleated to perfection, goes above and beyond what is required of her, has wonderful work ethics, has a great sense of humor, is very helpful to all the staff, she is professional, always has a smile on her face, and without her, our school would not operate as smoothly as it does. She makes the lives of the students and staff at our school better because of the wonderful person that she is!

Julie Posted over a year ago

Mel is an amazing individual. She is dedicated to her family and job. She goes above and beyond. Life is hectic for everyone, although Mel never show's it and will put you first. She is ALWAYS there to listen, support, help, direct, etc. She is very welcoming and soft spoken. She greets everyone with respect and kindness. Mel is definately a LifeChanger.

Theresa Halsey Posted over a year ago

There is no one more deserving and dedicated to her job and family than Mel. She always goes above and beyond the call to help anyone. She has the kindness and patience to handle any situation no matter how good or bad it may be. I am truly grateful to have her in our family and appreciate all she has done. Mel truly is a LifeChanger.

Kristine Burleigh Posted over a year ago

Mel is the most selfless person you will ever meet. She goes above and beyond on a daily basis with whatever task or challenge she is handed. All the while with a smile on her face, and a sense of humor that is priceless. The compassion and dedication she exhibits daily to the students and staff goes without saying. Mel is the glue that holds it all together at Bolivar Road and this is why Mel is so worthy of this award!

Colleen Davis Posted over a year ago

Mel is the most thoughtful person I have ever known. I am grateful to have her in my professional and personal life. She is the ultimate professional, a loyal friend, and has the kindest soul.

Tina Jones Mohr Posted over a year ago

Mel is the the heart If our building. She sees all and knows all. She keeps us running like a (mostly) fined tuned machine. Mel always has a smile and seems to always have time to listen to your questions or concerns even if the office seems to be overly crazy mode at that moment. She is sweet and caring and we think the world of her. Weather it's a child in the building or one of her coworkers, if you're having a bad day, she never fails to give The little pick me up that is needed.

Dana Kent Posted over a year ago

Mrs. Halsey, you are a Lifechanger! All of the transitions our school has gone through would not have gone as smoothly without you! New principals, new grades, new students, new construction, new administrators - you have seen it all! You have the experience, the kind heart, the caring nature, the work ethic and motherly instinct that it takes to do what you do, day in and day out. We are forever thankful to have you!

Denise Frantz Posted over a year ago

Mel is the first person you meet when you enter Bolivar School! She is professional, helpful and compassionate about her job. She stays at work well beyond her regular work time to get her job done to her specifications. She is a truly beautiful woman inside and out and is willing to help with whatever is sent her way. Mel totally deserves this honor

Jennifer Street Posted over a year ago

Mel is always there to lend a hand, answer a question or help out in anyway she can. She greets anyone that comes her way with a smile and positive attitude. It is a pleasure to work with her and call her my colleague.

Angelica Posted over a year ago

Mel is the best! Bolivar Road Elementary is lucky to have her. Mel is among the finest examples of a true professional. She is dedicated, dependable, and tireless in her commitment to our school community. Mel's work ethic is only surpassed by her outstanding character. Mel projects a warm, cheerful attitude to everyone she encounters and always lifts the spirits of those around her. Without question, Mel is a worthy and deserving candidate for this award!

Lisa Stansbury Posted over a year ago

Mel is an amazing school secretary who always goes above and beyond and gives a 100%. When walking into the school office as a parent or colleague Mel’s friendly personality and calming demeanor assure you have entered a positive and inclusive school community. She always makes everyone feel welcome. Mel Halsey is more than deserving of this award as she is the anchor and backbone of our school!

Rebecca DeLong Posted over a year ago

Mel Halsey is professional, dedicated, and caring. She goes above and beyond everyday. I have only known her for a few years, and it is apparent that she is the glue that holds Bolivar Road together! Mel makes everyone feel welcome and she keeps things running smoothly. She is a "life changer" and deserves this honor!

Patricia Calcara Posted over a year ago

Mel Halsey consistently shows on a daily basis how truly dedicated she is to developing the character and culture at Bolivar Road Elementary. She is someone who inspires others to act with the utmost professional integrity while showing compassion and empathy for others. She crosses paths with so many students, parents, teachers, and staff serving as a catalyst for changing the entire direction of their day for the better. Mel invests in others without asking for return. Every once in a while you cross paths with someone who truly impacts your life, at Bolivar Road Elementary, Mel Halsey is this person.

Elizabeth Shepard Posted over a year ago

Mel is amazing because she goes above and beyond in everything that she does. She is kind and compassionate and makes the world a better place, just by being in it. She truly deserves this award!

Denise Ashe Devine Posted over a year ago

Mel Halsey approaches every day with professionalism and compassion for others. She has an unparalleled work ethic. Without a doubt, Mel deserves this honor.

Carrie Marko Posted over a year ago

Mel Halsey is one of the most selfless people I know and most surely deserving of this award. She is the glue that holds Bolivar Road Elementary school together. There are many days when she is the last person to leave the building because she is so dedicated to providing a smooth day for the staff and students that will walk through the door. She asks very little of others, but is always there to lend a hand or answer a question, no matter how crazy or busy the office is. Mel always makes sure you feel important and she truly is a LifeChanger!

Nancy Kufhta Posted over a year ago

It is always a pleasure to see Mel every day! No matter what the day may bring she always handles it well & with a huge smile. She helps parents, students, teachers & who ever walks into our school. She is an inspiration to us all! She is very deserving of this award!

Michele Houghtaling Posted over a year ago

She is the best!!!

Kathy Lanphear Posted over a year ago

Mel is an outstanding and humble individual who genuinely cares about others. She takes time to listen to others' concerns and responds to their needs by offering words of encouragement and a helping hand with compassion and kindness. She always has a smile to share and an upbeat personality that radiates positivity beyond the office throughout our school. Mel knows students and staff alike on a first-name basis. She is highly respected by everyone for her professionalism and pleasant and calm demeanor even in challenging situations. She is the "glue" that holds our school community together, for she performs a multitude of important daily tasks proficiently and efficiently, which keeps our building running smoothly. She changes lives every day by her commitment to excellence and her demonstration of the character traits we strive to instill in our students: kindness, respect, responsibility, honesty, perseverance, courage, and citizenship. These are the qualities of a true life changer!

Michelle McDougal Posted over a year ago

Mel is always so helpful, pleasant and kind. She has a wonderful personality. Always there to help out, answer questions and anything else that makes our days so easy flowing. Thank you Mel!!

Michael Eiffe Posted over a year ago

We have all been associated with a moment in our lives when someone in our company invokes the term “game-changer.” The singularly important and pivotal moment, in which the tide of momentum ricochets and one’s destination is altered. The journey now defined by this critical juncture and without it not the same at all. If we think deep enough, it is quite easy to identify a person in our lives who has embodied the essence of a “life-changer.” A singularly important, critically pivotal person who changes the trajectory of your existence and without them you are never the same at all. If you are fortunate you may have several. For many in the Chittenango Central School District Community, and the Bolivar Road Elementary Family, this person is Mel Halsey. Selfless, honorable, dignified, empathetic, kind, generous, humble all describe Mel as a person, but none as nearly befitting as life-changer. Mel has changed the lives of faculty and staff with her warmth and positive attitude, who in-turn change the lives of hundreds of Chittenango children. Mel has changed the lives of parents, children and community members who are greeted with a genuine smile. You could say her influence is without boundary and timeless, for her humble and kind heart lives on in all those she encounters. Mel is a game-changer, she is a life-changer…she has been one to change mine.

Eric Bonnier Posted over a year ago

Mrs.Halsey is a positive life force in every sense of the phrase. She is selfless, dependable, and compassionate. Melody consistently puts the needs of the students ahead of her own. You would be hard pressed to find anyone more deserving of the title, "Life Changer". -EJB

Jeanne Pizzuto-Sauve Posted over a year ago

Melody Halsey goes above and beyond every single day. She is more than Bolivar Road Elementary's school secretary. While she keeps things running smoothly and efficiently before during and after the school day, which is commendable in itself, it's the little things she does that make such a difference in so many lives. Mel greets everyone at Bolivar with a warm smile and genuine concern for their well being. She always puts everyone else's needs above her own, whether that is a student, a parent, or a faculty member. Mel is the real deal. When she asks about your day it is more than the typical "how are you", it's heart felt and authentic. She takes the time to listen, even while running a hustling and bustling elementary school office. She puts 100% of her attention and effort into everything she does. She has this amazing way of supporting those around her, and all without ever asking for anything in return. Melody Halsey truly is a Life Changer!

Jackie Alex Posted over a year ago

Melody Halsey has a hard job, but you would never know it! She juggles each task asked of her with a smile and calm that makes her a pleasure to work with. Mel treats everyone with kindness and respect regardless of the situation. She has created a welcoming professional atmosphere in the office that sets the tone for the entire school. Her leadership supported and sustained the school through a number major changes in recent years. She is, without a doubt, the heart of our school and very much deserving of the this award.

Jackie Alex Posted over a year ago

Melody Halsey has a hard job, but you would never know it! She juggles each task asked of her with a smile and calm that makes her a pleasure to work with. Mel treats everyone with kindness and respect regardless of the situation. She has created a welcoming professional atmosphere in the office that sets the tone for the entire school. Her leadership supported and sustained the school through a number major changes in recent years. She is, without a doubt, the heart of our school and very much deserving of the this award.

Kristin Tedford Posted over a year ago

Mel is a... L ove I ntegrity F ortitude E fficiency C haracter H eart A WESOME!!! N ever gives up G ratitude E ven keeled R espect :)

Lori Cziesler Posted over a year ago

I have had the pleasure of working with Melody Halsey for 17 years and have found she truly is a Life Changer. Melody has always been professional and organized, what sets her apart is her kindness and intuition. She has helped parents, students and staff in school and in the community with a genuine smile that beams from within. Melody has a sense of when someone or something needs support and does not hesitate to help however she can, whether a child forgot their lunch and is feeling sad or a colleague falls ill at 9:00 in the morning and needs a sub NOW. Melody is the heart of our school and deserving of the award, Life Changer.

Lindsi Warner Posted over a year ago

When I heard that Mel Halsey was nominated for a LifeChanger award, I knew immediately that I needed to comment on how much she deserves this award. Truthfully, I don't typically participate in a lot of these types of events, but I truly believe that Mel is the essence of this award. As everyone in our building is well aware, Mel is one of the first here, and always the last to leave. This is not because she doesn't know how to manage her time, but instead, it is because she goes above and beyond everyday to make Bolivar Road Elementary a better place for the entire staff and student body. She certainly deserves a recognition of this gratitude, and she would only accept it humbly, as she'll never admit to the tremendous impact she has been on our school community. I am honored to be a part of the Bolivar team with her.

JIM BUTLER Posted over a year ago

I have worked alongside Mel for 17 years. She is always pleasant to everyone she sees' and she does her best everyday. She often stays after work late to make sure things are always ready for the next day.She thinks of everyone else first before herself especially the students at Bolivar.She is one of the first faces that the public sees walking into our school every day, and she represents us as a district extremely well. We are blessed to have such a wonderful person and friend working with us at Bolivar Elementary.

Kassie Kleine Posted over a year ago

Mel Halsey is the glue that keeps our school together. She is everyone's go to. She's kind, smart, helpful, dedicated, hardworking, beautiful inside and out, and giving. Mel's smiling face is the first thing everyone sees as soon as they walk in the building. She is the first person teachers call for advice, guidance, or help. She takes cares of EVERYTHING and does so, so seamlessly. She changes lives, one day at a time.

Cheri Posted over a year ago

Mel is extraordinary! I call marvelous Mel! She is highly organized and goes out of her way to assist any staff member in need of anything which is all day every day! She is very deserving of this award!

Tracy Terry Posted over a year ago

Mel is an asset to Bolivar. She makes sure everything runs smoothly. She is extremely patient and helpful. We are appreciative of everything she does to help Bolivar's staff and students. We love Mel!

Laura Vogl Posted over a year ago

Kind, professional, helpful, intelligent, dedicated, intuitive, patient, and giving are just a few attributes that come to my mind when I think about my colleague, Mel Halsey. She supports an entire staff and building of students in grades Kindergarten through 4th grade, and she does so seamlessly day in and day out. Mel is so deserving of the award, Life Changer!!!

Arnold Merola, Jr. Posted over a year ago

Melody Halsey is a true asset to any building principal and/or office staff. She goes above and beyond on a daily basis and is truly dedicated to the Chittenango School District. Besides being an amazing employee, Melody is an all around great person and always puts her best effort into anything she sets out to accomplish. Melody Halsey is definitely a LIFE CHANGER.

Angela Rudd Posted over a year ago

Mel is the first person who greets parents and new guests at Bolivar Road Elementary. She welcomes everyone with a warm smile and gentle words. As a parent of 2 children that have attended Bolivar, it was encouraging to have a safe and efficient office staff who supported us all as we transitioned through the building. As a staff member, if I have any questions or concerns, Mel immediately steps up to support me. Mel has developed a personal friendship with all staff and parents in our district, going above and beyond her duties in the office. Mel is the center of Bolivar Road Elementary, a true life-changer for so many, every single day. I'd like to nominate Mel for this prestigious award, recognizing the woman who goes the extra mile, always with a smile!

Nicole Becker Posted over a year ago

Mel is incredibly kind and has made me feel so welcomed at Bolivar as a new Bolivar staff member. She is exactly the right person to represent a great school.

Teresa Stephens Posted over a year ago

I have known Mel for many years and you won't find a more dedicated employee in our district. She goes above and beyond every day with grace and kindness. She is most deserving of this award.

Courtney Aversano Posted over a year ago

Mel ensures the building runs smoothly EVERDAY!! She knows what is going on in every grade level. Mel keeps us all on track and she is the machine that makes our building run! We would not be able to service our students as well as we do without Mel!!

Cassandra Maine Posted over a year ago

Mel truly is an amazing person with a huge heart. I always look forward to seeing her smiley face when I walk in the door. She is always able to accomplish the tasks that are put in front of her without hesitation. She is understanding, kind and always there to help others. If you ever have a problem or something going on she is always there to help you figure it out. I respect her and look up to her for guidance.

Cassandra Maine Posted over a year ago

Mel truly is an amazing person with a huge heart. I always look forward to seeing her smiley face when I walk in the door. She is always able to accomplish the tasks that are put in front of her without hesitation. She is understanding, kind and always there to help others. If you ever have a problem or something going on she is always there to help you figure it out. I respect her and look up to her for guidance.