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Custodian Honored: New School Named After Her
29 Oct
Summary
- Retired custodian Marilyn Hampton to have new elementary school named after her.
- She dedicated 39 years to the Aubrey Independent School District.
- Hampton provided classroom supplies and assisted students with assignments.
A retired school custodian, Marilyn Hampton, is set to be honored with a new elementary school named after her. The Aubrey Independent School District (AISD) announced the renaming of its new elementary school No. 5 in her honor. This tribute was revealed at a school board meeting on October 21, 2026, an event that deeply moved Hampton. Hampton dedicated 39 years to the AISD as a custodian before her retirement in 2022. During her tenure, she consistently exceeded her job description by purchasing and delivering school supplies for students in need and offering assistance with their assignments. She also volunteered at football games.
The district's superintendent, Shannon Saylor, highlighted Hampton's profound inspiration to thousands of students, teachers, and staff. To surprise her, the AISD invited Hampton to a meeting under a false pretense before revealing a red carpet with the inscription, "Marilyn Hampton Elementary School." Saylor described Hampton as an educator at heart, despite not holding an official teaching title. Hampton expressed her profound gratitude and disbelief, noting that she never expected such an honor. The new school is scheduled to open in August 2027.
