Longenberger has guided the paths of thousands of students

Berne Tri-Weekly News

It has been over 40 years since Carol Longenberger consented to assist Judy Williams for a short time as crosswalk safety guard for Adams Central High School. During that time, she has assisted countless numbers of students in crossing the street to safety on their way to and from school.
“One thing is certain; you have to be there,” said Longenberger. “It doesn’t matter what the weather is like or how you feel, somebody has to be taking care of that job. Rain is the worst, especially storms with wind. You can’t hold an umbrella but you still have to get the children across the street. That gets pretty miserable sometimes.”....