Mansfield Middle School students participated together in showing their appreciation for Farmer’s Bank. The generous donation by Farmers Bank of soft, red lanyards with black metal clips to help hold face masks in place are being used constantly. The white imprinted Farmers Bank with a tiger paw print and Mansfield Tigers can be clearly seen through the contrast of white lettering on the red cotton. One Thousand, Two Hundred lanyards were ordered and distributed for student and faculty use during this challenging time of the Covid-19 Pandemic. Community partners in education that work closely with local districts and schools make a tremendous difference. Farmers Bank once again demonstrates their immediate concern for all families and community members through their generous support of specialized district needs such as this.
Julie Basham, Vice President of Farmers Bank quickly responded and communicated with Mansfield School District concerning the need when schools began back with direct instruction.
From 1907 until today and throughout the future, Farmer’s Bank continues to demonstrate they are a “friendly local bank- for everyone in our area.” The beautiful thin lanyards have already made an impact in the reduction of masks found on bus seats, in halls, in the parking lot being lost as they fall or drop as being carried. The easy to wear neck strap allows masks to be readily available at all times. Mr. Floyd Fisher, Mansfield Middle School Principal stated: “The lanyards are another simple way of planning ahead for safety, care and welfare of all; together community partnerships make a big difference. We are always appreciative for anything that helps our students.” Mansfield School District Superintendent, Joe Staton, coordinated the efforts and was instrumental in prioritizing this important need for the Mansfield students and faculty.
Mansfield Middle School Tiger’s Academy students created a colorful appreciation card thanking Farmers Bank, they encouraged all students and faculty members to sign the original work.
Aubree Helms 
Raihan Islam
