Central Elementary School

Again I write.... horrible. My teacher aid would pinch my neck till I about cried out in pain for talking or goofing off. A 5 yr old! Beat with a paddle all the time.. I was an expressive sensitive child! Not welcome in that environment. I suffer till this day the damage started at that school. Tell me to build my house on a rock!!! They crumbled my rock, turned it to sand and now at 50yrs old the tower I built is unstable. Thank you. So very Christian. Made me question faith before age 7 even!!!! I can go on. Horrible time. Imagine a 5 yr old with such anxiety that he had open sores around the mouth from nervous licking and I used to grunt and make throat sounds as an uncontrollable tick!!! Predisposed me to future problems. Those things started when I started kindergarten there. Terrible.

Our family has been part of Grace since 2021, and we truly love this school.We started with our oldest child in Kindergarten, and now all four of our children attend Grace. From the very beginning, we felt welcomed and supported by the teachers, staff, and school community.One thing we especially appreciated when our children were starting school is that Grace offers a half-day Kindergarten program, which can be a wonderful option for young students and families. Many schools no longer offer this flexibility, and we found it to be a valuable part of the school's approach to meeting the needs of children at different stages of development.The small class sizes, diverse student body, and dedicated staff create an environment where each child is known, valued, and encouraged to grow. The teachers are caring, understanding, and organized, and communication with families is always thoughtful and consistent.The teachers and staff have gone above and beyond for one of our children. They have taken the time to understand their individual needs, encourage their strengths, and provide the support needed to help them thrive. We couldn't be more thankful for their dedication, patience, and genuine care.One of the best signs of how much our children enjoy Grace is that they are excited to go to school each day. They love seeing their friends and teachers, and they genuinely enjoy being part of the school community.What makes Grace especially special is the family atmosphere. It feels like everyone—students, parents, teachers, and staff—is part of one big family. We feel incredibly blessed to have found Grace and are grateful that our children are growing and thriving in such a loving and supportive environment.