SOUTH REGION

SECOND PLACE
MARGIE
QUINTAL
Dallas Independent
School District,
Dallas, TX

Margie wears many hats at Martha Turner Reilly Elementary and has for more than 45 years, as three generations of her family have passed through its doors. She has assisted with book fairs, the Reilly Fun Run, class parties, the Uniform Recycling Project, and teacher appreciation events. Margie updates the community on school happenings, serves on the PTA Board, and tutors students. She has increased family participation in school activities and has been honored by the school district. In April 2010, she was named “2010 Outstanding Elementary School Volunteer.” Margie’s service has inspired others to volunteer at the school, including many family members. “Ms. Quintal is the quintessential volunteer who helps, not only for personal gain, but for a sense of duty and the wish to help others,” said volunteer coordinator Helen Stettler. “This is the greatest gift that she passes on to our students and staff.”