Cheers to Volunteers! – Michael Nield
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Junior Achievement of Middle America is proud to recognize Michael Nield, of UMB Bank, as its 2012 Volunteer of the Year. Michael began volunteering for JA in 2005 in Kansas City, Missouri Public Schools. Over the years, he has taught 14 JA kindergarten and second grade classes and has been an advocate for recruiting other JA volunteers in the community. Thank you, Michael, for all you do for Junior Achievement of Middle America and for Our Town!
Also featured in the August 4th issue of The Independent
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