92-year-old crossing guard brings joy to Manatee County elementary school

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) – A love for kids and a zest for life marks Margaret Pappa. The 92-year-old Manatee County woman is making an indelible mark on students as a crossing guard.

In a constantly changing world, “Maggie” as the children call her, is just a constant. She’s there the same times during the school week, on the same crosswalk, has on the same fluorescent yellow vest and sign, and exudes the same warmth.

“I love it. I love the kids and you know what? It’s a job that children are always happy and it just seems to consume you,” said Maggie Pappa, a crossing guard for Palma Sola Elementary School…

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