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Inez Loney Randolph posted a condolence
Thursday, January 9, 2020
The trust testament to a life well-lived is the memories your husband left behind. We are celebrating with you a life that touched so many children, friends, classmates, and family members. You have our deepest heart-felt sympathy during this time of bereavement. Crestwood High School Alumni Association, Inc., P.O. Box 6854, Chesapeake, VA 23323
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Ron Ottinger posted a condolence
Friday, January 3, 2020
I served as Mary Catherine Swanson's National Associate Director and had the pleasure and honor of working with Dr. Hairston. Mary Catherine and I were working to spread AVID across the country at the time, and I distinctly recall meeting Dr. Hairston and feeling that I was in the presence of a leader who was committed to raising the prospects of African American kids in particular and all low-income kids in general. I recall Dr. Hairston as a humble, extremely knowledgeable, and passionate man and superintendent. A teacher once told me, "if the nation takes care of its children, the children will grow to take care of the nation." Dr. Hairston took care of Baltimore County's and the nation's children.
Ron Ottinger
Executive Director
STEM Next Opportunity Fund
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Marycatherineswanson@yahoo.com posted a condolence
Thursday, January 2, 2020
It is with deep regret that I learned of Joe’s passing. Joe was one of the early implementers of AVID to which he gave undying dedication. Joe was on the inaugural AVID Superintendents’ Collaborative where his wise voice and dedication to what was right for students was loud and clear. Joe will be dearly missed by us all.
Mary Catherine Swanson
AVID Founder
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Deborah Wilson-Matusky posted a condolence
Thursday, January 2, 2020
My deepest and heartfelt condolences to all the friends and family of Dr. Joe Hairston. Doc, as we called him, established the China Cultural Exchange Program in 2006. In 2007, he honored me by allowing me to accompany the first group of BCPS students to live for two months in Xi'an, China. He even came to visit us there. It was a truly life changing experience that later changed the direction of my career, becoming the program's coordinator for the next ten years. During that time, hundreds of BCPS students, their families and communities benefited and grew as a result of hosting a Chinese student and/or traveling to Xi'an to live with host families and attend TieYi High School. Many of the participants have gone on to study international business, diplomacy, or other degrees that have landed them careers requiring an international perspective, thanks to this experience.
Dr. Hairston was a true visionary who cared deeply about people. His love for children and his desire to provide them with the best possible education will live on as his legacy.
With sympathy,
Debbie Wilson-Matusky
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AASA Urban Superintendent's Academy Cohort One purchased flowers
Thursday, January 2, 2020
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AASA Urban Superintendent's Academy Cohort One
purchased the Lavender Reflections Spray for the family of Joe Hairston.
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Grateful for Dr. Hairston's support and mentoring. He was an integral part of our professional growth. Our prayers are with you during this time.
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Lee Vargas, Sandy Husk, Mary Catherine Swanson & AVID Family purchased flowers
Thursday, January 2, 2020
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Lee Vargas, Sandy Husk, Mary Catherine Swanson & AVID Family
purchased the Written in the Stars for the family of Joe Hairston.
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With tribute to an amazing educator. Love and peace to Joe's family and friends.
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Association of Elementary School Administrators of BCPS purchased flowers
Thursday, January 2, 2020
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Association of Elementary School Administrators of BCPS
purchased the America the Beautiful for the family of Joe Hairston.
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S. Dallas Dance purchased flowers
Thursday, January 2, 2020
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Thinking of the entire Hairston family during this difficult time! Dallas Dance & Family
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Thursday, January 2, 2020
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Beautiful Dreams was purchased and a memorial tree was planted for the family of Joe Hairston.
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Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
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Dr. Barbara M. Pulliam purchased flowers
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
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Dr. Barbara M. Pulliam
purchased the Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum for the family of Joe Hairston.
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Lillian & family, we are thinking of you. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Thank you for sharing him for all these many years.
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Barbara Pulliam Ed.D posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
Dr. Joe Hairston was one of the finest educational leaders I had the opportunity to know. His faith and support in me helped me grow as a leader and following him in Clayton County was an educational experience I will not ever forget. I also thank you Lillian, for passing my late night phone calls over to Joe when I needed help in problem solving a district issue. He was a saint to many of us and a teacher extraordinaire. He will be greatly missed.
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dellacurtis@comcast.net lit a candle
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
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It was with great pleasure to serve as Coordinator, Office of Library Services, with Dr. Joe Hairston. His support of school librarians was appreciated by all, especially the children, young adults, and teachers. He truly made a difference for all students!
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Tribute Store
Wednesday, January 1, 2020
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Loving Lilies and Roses Bouquet was purchased for the family of Joe Hairston.
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Dear Lilian & family, Doc was special to all of us. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. You and your family remain in our thoughts & prayers.
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