ASHLAND, Ky. (WSAZ) - When you need it fixed in a school, you call the custodian like Ryan Nichols at Hager Elementary in Ashland.

Ryan Nichols, WSAZ’s Golden Apple recipient, said, “It’s just a good environment. Everybody is happy, healthy. Can’t beat it.”

But there is also an element of fun that really connect them with the students.

Custodian Glen Thomas is known as the Tasmanian Devil at Hager.

Glen Thomas, WSAZ’s Golden Apple recipient, said, “Having fun with the kids is the best part in the lunchroom. The teachers hate me, but the kids love me. I get them all riled up.”

Watch the video above to learn more about WSAZ’s two Golden Apple recipients.

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