Ashley Moody s remarks on fallen officers
Before introducing Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody, McQuaig told the audience that Moody is a strong ally of law enforcement.
In her remarks, Moody said it has been a tough year for law enforcement officials across the country. In Florida, this time last year, four law enforcement officials had died in the line of duty. So far this year, it s 12.
Moody said while these occasions can be sad, they also can be inspiring. She said the men and women who put on a uniform serve with pride and vigor, knowing the risk they face. During the pandemic, Moody said, they have showed up because they love their communities.
“I think I m gonna quit school,” Billy said.
“I slammed on brakes, pulled over and asked why,” Sandy Woods said in an interview last week. “And he says, ‘Because I don t see enough of you.’ ”
Immediately, Sandy Woods gave her two-week notice, telling her boss at the telephone company that family came first. That’s when Ocala Christian Academy, along with legendary teacher Adele Henderson, told Sandy she could help teach in Billy s class.
The following year, Sandy Woods was hired as the school’s kindergarten teacher. She was able to teach young Billy in his second year and, as the years went by, was able to see Billy every day at the K-12 private school. Billy graduated from the school in 1986.