Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014, is a day set aside to recognize and acknowledge the importance of support professionals in all schools.

Take a look around at all the essential services provided by more than 3,000 support professionals. We wouldn’t be able to function without paraeducators, bus drivers, clerical assistants, custodians, food service workers, school nurses, technicians, secretaries, and many others who play a vital role in the lives of students.

Here are a few videos that highlight a couple of our terrific classified employees: