On Thursday, January 28, 2016, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. joined Principal Jasmine Gonzalez, as well as the students and faculty at P.S. 65—Mother Hale Academy, to declare it “Mr. G Day in The Bronx.” The legendary weatherman and New York television icon, who is currently part of the PIX 11 News broadcast team, spoke to the students about his upbringing and his career in television. He also took questions from the students about his education and offered advice on overcoming obstacles and following their dreams.