Spotlight

Kari Burris, 4th Grade Teacher.

"I want every student that walks into my classroom to know they are loved and appreciated. I plan to have a mutual respect with my students and have open communication."

- Kari Brown, 4th Grade Teacher

Welcome Anastasia Smith to West Decatur Elementary School. She is a kindergarten teacher.

" I plan to create a safe and welcoming space for my students. I want to set a positive tone for students so they will enjoy learning."

- Anastasia Smith, Kindergarten Teacher

Dr. Natasha Williams, 2nd Grade Teacher.

"I believe in the power of education to transform lives. Growing up, I had passionate and enthusiastic teachers and I want to do the same for others."

- Dr. Natasha Willams, 2nd grade teacher

Priscilla Cortez, West Decatur Elementary School.l

"My main goals are to have a family oriented classroom and provide a safe place where my students can learn and grow."

- Priscilla Cortez, 5th Grade Teacher

MaKenzie Mintzer, Kindergarten Teacher

"I want to make a difference in childrens lives and give them someone who believes in them and their dreams."

- MaKenzie Mintzer, Kindergarten Teacher

Anastasia Smith, Kindergarten Teacher.

"I begin each year by establishing relationships and a classroom family. I entered the field of education to make a difference in the lives of children."

- Anastasia Smith, Kindergarten Teacher

Assistant Principal Dr. Casey Lewis in front of the sign at West Decatur Elementary School

"My “Why” is promoting a positive climate where students can thrive. As a school administrator, I ask daily, “How can I make tomorrow better? How can I inspire future leaders?” I strive to ignite imagination, see no limits, and prepare them to be career ready."

- Dr. Casey Lewis, Assistant Principal