Andres Richards is currently attending Ignacio Middle School and is in the seventh grade. His parents are Frank and Angela Richards. The award was presented to the family by Public Education Specialist, Ellen Baker at Eagle Park in Bayfield, Colo. following school on Wednesday, Oct. 14.

  This is what his teacher said about him when she nominated him for the Elbert J. Floyd Award. “Another young man who did an awesome job this year is Andres Richards.  He was always on time with his work, he was respectful and worked hard on everything that was placed in front of him. He also tried his hand at acting and was excellent,” exclaimed Angela Ballew.