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The duties of education go far beyond taking attendance and presenting a lecture. The process involves several layers of employees, from the custodians to the administrators.

Three Sidney businesses have come together to recognize employees of Sidney Public Schools.

On Monday, Jan. 21, Janet Volkmer was recognized as the first employee of the month.

Eric Packer, manager of the Dairy Queen stores in Sidney and Ogallala, said the award is not just for teachers. He said the recognition award can go to paraprofessionals, janitors, teachers, food service workers, administrators or anyone else...