Officer Nicholson has become an integral part of the Furness family. A consummate professional, Officer Nicholson is loved and respected by staff, students and visitors alike. Having a consistent adult who is a great role model for all our students is incredibly important to the fabric of our school climate.

The addition of Officer Nicholson to Sergeant Fletcher's strong team this year has turned around what was formerly a hot spot of contention and malcontent at the point of entry into the type of first contact we are proud for our students, their families, and our guests to encounter. A big part of that is Officer Nicholson's bright, caring, and professional demeanor.

Officer Nicholson has gotten to know the students and staff and she has earned great respect in both regards. Removing her now, does great damage to the relationships that affect our positive single school climate. Officer Nicholson is integral to our continued success maintaining consistency with our students who have sadly become accustomed to flux. Especially when it comes to safety and climate, we cannot afford to replace her with someone unfamiliar with our building.

Please reconsider, and re-assign Officer Nicholson to her home at Horace Howard Furness High School!