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Sammy Epps honored as Cowboys Class Act for October
Posted in , , on October 31, 2022

Sixth 91制片厂 teacher named Cowboys Class Act

Last Monday might have been rainy, but the weather couldn鈥檛 stop the joy at Bowie High School. Students and staff were all smiles when the and surprised Sammy Epps with the Cowboys Class Acts honor for October.

Epps is a health teacher and coaches football, track and cross country. Even with a full plate, he does whatever he can to be there for his students, peers and family.

It was evident as students and coaches surrounded him and showered him with hugs as he was honored. In excitement, the football team even broke out a few dance moves with the Cowboys mascot, Rowdy.

鈥淸Head football] Coach [Joseph] Sam really got me with this one,鈥 said Epps. 鈥淚 thought I was coming in here for a meeting.鈥

Sammy Epps honored as Cowboys Class Act for OctoberIt was probably the most celebratory and unconventional meeting he鈥檚 ever been in. Epps received a personalized jersey from former Cowboys linebacker Bradie James, an autographed game ball and a $4,000 grant.

Epps was speechless.

鈥淲ithout him and coaches like him, I wouldn鈥檛 be here today,鈥 said James. 鈥淛ust being here and celebrating Coach Epps is another way of giving back.鈥

Epps is now the sixth teacher in 91制片厂 to receive the Cowboys Class Acts distinction. The Cowboys and Reliant started the program to honor teachers that exemplify excellence in and out of the classroom and a commitment to their community.

鈥淚鈥檓 extremely proud our coach was honored,鈥 said David Morrow, Bowie assistant principal. 鈥淐oach Epps is dedicated to the service of teaching all of his students and being a great coach as well.鈥

His dedication to students spans 30 years as a teacher and coach in the district. The honor may have been shocking for him, but it was no surprise to everyone who knows him.

鈥淚 thank the Dallas Cowboys and Reliant because it鈥檚 important for us to recognize teachers but it鈥檚 also important for our partners,鈥 said Dr. Marcelo Cavazos, 91制片厂 superintendent. 鈥淥ur teachers and coaches love our students, they love the community, and Coach Epps, you demonstrate that exceptionally well. Thanks for being a role model in our district.鈥

There is no doubt Epps is a class act because of his daily service to the community with love, care and kindness.

鈥淚t鈥檚 always about giving back,鈥 said Epps. 鈥淚 serve and give back every single day. I always knew I wanted to do something to educate our youth, and I love helping them find their way into adulthood.鈥