Kids share their thoughts on school

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.”