Our KJDS Journey - The Finley Family
The anxiety was real. Our son would soon be starting Kindergarten and after visiting four different schools, we were still feeling lost. However, that was all about to change as we toured KJDS. Our visit was facilitated by a parent, giving us a relatable unique perspective. In each classroom we were greeted by happy students who shared their learning structure and curriculum, and our tour ended with a face to face meeting with the head of the school who was more than invested in the success of each of her students.
My partner and I left the visit feeling excited and relieved. We had finally found a school for our child that we felt could offer him the opportunity and support to be successful, build confidence, and contribute to the larger community. Coming from a racially and religiously blended family, we wanted our son to be part of a school community that would welcome and embrace our family structure.
Our journey with KJDS reminds me of a quote from Margret Mead, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.” We see KJDS as an agent of change that is fostering thoughtful and committed citizens. Our son is growing up not only developing a love for learning, with a focus on academic excellence, but also developing a passion for improving our community. He is learning that it is okay to make mistakes, as long as we don’t give up and keep moving forward. He is learning that establishing a strong work ethic leads to success. He is learning the importance of communicating with love and respect. He uses resources at his disposal to solve problems. He is building habits of self-discipline. He is comfortable communicating in multiple languages. But most importantly he is in an environment that challenges him, that supports him, that peaks his curiosity, and allows him opportunities to understand and process his emotions.
If you are feeling lost about your child’s educational journey, I encourage you to visit KJDS.
