A smiling cafeteria worker wearing glasses and hoop earrings.

Terri Milbert’s journey has come full circle.

First inspired by a home economics teacher who sparked her love of food and caring for others, she later built experience in catering before bringing her passion into a proud second career with the School District of Manatee County Food and Nutrition Services.

Every day at Freedom Elementary School, she brings that same heart to her work—serving up healthy meals and a warm smile to students.

Take a look inside the difference being made in Manatee County public schools, where showing up truly matters and every role helps students thrive.

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