Excited for a new school year, local students share their thoughts on what makes school great.
Mae Busby: Fourth grade, Mountain Brook Elementary School
“When you learn something new, you can tell your parents and friends.”
Ada Dapkus: Third grade, Crestline
Elementary
“I like that there are nice teachers and it’s fun.”
Jackson Skinner: Fourth grade, Mountain Brook Elementary School
“I’m excited for science. This is the first year we’re really doing science...I don’t really know what to expect.”
Virginia Loveman: First grade, St. Rose Academy
“I like reading. My favorite book was ‘Treasure Island.’”
Ashby Russell: Fourth grade, Cherokee Bend Elementary School
“I love seeing my teacher. She teaches me things I never knew before.”
Henry Elliott: Third grade, Crestline
Elementary School
“I’ve heard that there’s a lot of fun projects in 3rd grade. There’s a play about going around the world.”
Julia Mather: Second grade, Mountain Brook Elementary School
“I like to draw sharks.”
Thomas Watson: Second grade, Brookwood Forest Elementary School
“I’m excited to meet new friends.”
