<p>WHEREAS: Janet Snedeker retired from The Cambridge Public Schools on October 1, 2022, after 18 years of dedication to the children and families of the City of Cambridge; and</p><p>WHEREAS: Janet grew up in Connecticut, making her way to Cambridge where she resides with her husband Rick, and their daughters Laura and Claire both attended the M.E. Fitzgerald School where she was an active parent; and</p><p>WHEREAS: Throughout her career as a Clerk Specialist for The Office of Student Services, Janet was known for her strong work ethic, meticulous attention to detail, integrity, commitment to equity, and advocacy for students with disabilities and their families and caregivers; and</p><p>WHEREAS: Over the years of her employment, Janet’s work involved reviewing specific components of the IEP packets for accuracy and compliance, always taking the extra steps to ensure that accuracy, processing invoices, and managing special education transportation; and</p><p>WHEREAS: Janet carried out all her duties with diligence and integrity, and more importantly, the ability to maintain her composure under pressure and during emergencies which occurred pretty regularly; and </p><p>WHEREAS: Janet will be greatly missed as she truly made a difference in the lives of students with disabilities, their families and caregivers, the Office of Student Services school-based staff, fellow clerks fiscal managers, and administrators; a caring co-worker always willing to help out if needed with a sense of humor and quick wit sure to bring a smile to your face; now, therefore, be it</p><p>RESOLVED: That the Cambridge School Committee go on record expressing appreciation to Janet for her 18 years of dedicated service and wishing her good health and happiness in her retirement, and be it further</p><p>RESOLVED: That a formal copy of this Resolution be prepared by the Executive Secretary to the School Committee to be presented to Janet Snedeker.</p>