The Direct Support Employee of the Month winners for March, 2021 were recently announced at Ellisville State School. Winners for the month were Nichole White, Hattiesburg; Rebecka Holifield, Richton (not pictured); Michaela Griffith, Richton; and Cedric Lawrence, Laurel (not pictured). Rinsey McSwain, Director of Ellisville State School, presented the awards to the employees. She stated, “Being here is a great honor. Not everyone can do what you do. Thank you for being a direct support professional.”

The monthly recognition program is sponsored by the ESS Family and Friends Association.