Second Grade Student
"I thought I was the only one that could not speak English."
Public PK-12 School District in Dalton, Georgia
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Second Grade Student
"I thought I was the only one that could not speak English."
Assistant Principal
"The children and their families have been so nice to work with. I just feel connected to the kids."
Fifth Grade Teacher
"I truly believe that taking intentional time to build relationships with students is the most pivotal standard of measurement within teaching."
Second Grade Teacher
"Our school is filled with impeccable teachers that are experts in all areas and always willing to help others. We all have a shared mission and vision and that makes us so strong as a school."
First Grade Student
"I was nervous because it was my first time coming to school, and now I love it so much."
Fifth Grade Student
"When I grow up I want to be an actor."
EL Teacher
"I really love working on emergent literacy and getting to be a part of, especially with first grade, a kid's first experience in school and English and reading."
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
"I love being a part of Kid City and getting to see students from Blue Ridge School and all over the district!"
Fourth Grade Teacher
"I feel fortunate that I’ve been able to meet students of all grade levels and create relationships with them."
Fifth Grade Student
"I take Zumba, Graphic Design Club, and also Yoga. We design Kid City shirts and logos. Right now we are designing a poster for Kid City."
First Grade Teacher
"I think my favorite thing is our community rug when we are all sitting there, and we are all making connections. I am amazed at what children can really understand. I love when they catch the subtle humor in something, and their face when they finally get something."
Substitute Teacher and Parent
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Student
"I like how much we celebrate."