A Principal’s Regret: The Janitor’s Worn Watch That Changed Everything

At Westwood High School, Principal Emma Moore was known for her no-nonsense approach and sharp decision-making. She ran a tight ship — everything had to be perfect. From student discipline to curriculum meetings, Emma stayed busy keeping things on track. But in her pursuit of excellence, she rarely noticed the quiet contributions of people behind the scenes.

One of those people was Johnny — the school’s janitor.

Johnny was in his seventies, with silver hair, a hunched back, and the same blue uniform he’d worn for years. Every morning before sunrise, he unlocked the building, mopped the long hallways, checked the lights, and cleaned every classroom before the first bell rang. He never missed a day, never asked for recognition. Students barely noticed him. Teachers nodded politely. But Johnny kept working, quietly and without complaint.

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