22 Dec 2016 Person of the Month: Shawn Halbrook

City: Morrilton.

Work: South Conway County School District (Morrilton).

Community activities: Morrilton Area Chamber of Commerce, Conway County Economic Development Commission.

Church activities: Lonoke Missionary Baptist Church.

Family: Wife: Jennifer; son: Cade, 14; daughters: Ashlyn, 12; Addison, (deceased); Hannah, 7; and Kynsleigh, 4.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in history education from Arkansas Tech University; master’s in leadership, management and administration from the University of Central Arkansas; superintendent certification from University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

Last book you read: “Results Now!” by Michael Schmoker and “The Quiet Warrior: A Biography of Admiral Raymond A. Spruance” by Thomas B. Buell.

Favorite meal: Anything with steak.

Most cherished possession: My salvation and my family.

Most enjoyed weekend activity: Anything with my family.

Favorite quote: I love quotes and have so many that impact me.  

“If you remember anything else from me, remember this. It really doesn’t cost anything to be nice, and the rewards can be unimaginable.” – Paul Bryant

“When you base your life on principles, most of your decisions are made before you encounter them.”
– Unknown

No. 1 vacation spot: Anywhere with my family where there is a beach.

Favorite place in Arkansas: Morrilton and Cleveland.

What do you love about living in the 501: The people in our community. They are so willing to help others in need.