It is official. Today, I was sworn back into the Adair County Sheriff's Office, and I am honored to have been assigned by Sheriff Gary Roy to serve as School Resource Officer for Adair County Middle School. I am grateful that Sheriff Roy reached out to me to fill a position that has been vacant for a while. I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Superintendent Jason Faulkner for his efforts in making this possible, as well as the Adair County School Board and the Adair County Fiscal Court for their support in establishing this position with Sheriffs Office in a relatively short period. I am thrilled to be back home, and I am committed to protecting and serving the students and staff at Adair County Middle School, which is an honor. I look forward to commencing my duties as the students return from Christmas break. Ensuring the safety of all children on the Adair County School campus, not just those at the Middle School where I am assigned, will be my top priority, and I promise to dedicate myself fully to their safety.

I have had the pleasure of working with Sheriff Roy in various capacities for nearly 25 years. We began our careers together on night shifts and weekends, and he later served as my supervisor at the Columbia Police Department. Subsequently, when I had the privilege of becoming Sheriff, he joined my team as a deputy, and now I am honored to work under his leadership as a deputy once again. I am grateful for this opportunity.

Staff and Students at Adair County Middle School, I will see you all soon.