Katherine Jordan has provided superior educational services for over 36 years with the Kern High School District and the Bakersfield City School District. he has served in many capacities including Teacher, Pre-K Site Supervisor, Ethnic Minority Director for B.E.T.A. and Ethnic Minority Director for C.T.A. Sierra Center.

Ross Eytcheson retired at the age of 65 after working for a local branch of a national insurance company for over 20 years. Although he was retiring, he knew that his talents and interests could still be of use in the community, and he responded to an advertisement for employment as an administrative assistant for a local nonprofit specializing in foster care and adoption.

Most great and impactful men and women never wanted the personal attention, only to serve others to help them have better lives, if only just for a little while. Lettie is one of God’s rare individuals who always sees the best in people and not just for who they are, but what they can be.

I always knew I married an incredible woman. My ego, however, would never allow me to express that to her. Yes, on occasion I did remind her how strong, resilient, determined and most of all fearful she was especially during times of self-doubt. With that being said, I am submitting Jill Ari Levin-Arroyo as a nominee for the Valley PBS Nomination of a Special Neighbor.

Twitch is a Vietnam veteran and retired firefighter. When we moved into the neighborhood fourteen years ago, he was caring for his wife, who has since passed away from a debilitating disease.

When I think of Mr. Rogers, I think of someone who is friendly, kindhearted, tidy, full of appreciation for life, and quick to say “hello neighbor”. Mr. Wagner, my neighbor, is all of these things. From the weekly favor of taking out trash and recycling bins for our older neighbors, to the free kite flying lesson he offered my eager six year old on a windy day in our cul-de-sac, he is always looking for ways to lend a helping hand.

Katherine “Katie” Verducci is my literal neighbor, but is a good neighbor to every person she meets, whether or not they live in the neighborhood. She is so conscientious and kind, and hosts our neighborhood block party every year, (pre-Covid), and makes sure everyone is welcomed.

I am nominating Mike Evaro for the Spirit of Mr. Rogers Neighbor Contest. He is consistently serving others. Some recent examples: in November, he built a wheelchair ramp for a local senior citizen and in December, he installed a refrigerator for a single mother.

Superintendent of Fresno Unified, Bob Nelson, is a tireless advocate for teachers, students, and staff. I’ve known Bob since I taught with him at Jane Addams Elementary 20 years ago.

i want to nominate dr alan cartmell. My daughter with downsyndrome is now 42 at 15 she was diagnosed with leukemia, ALL. she was his first child patient, she had extensive chemo and radiation for 3 1/2 years..