Student Spotlight Second grader Rennard Prentice, who goes by RJ, has been part of the GHS community since preschool. Second grade teacher Ms. Sammy says RJ is consistently happy to be at school.    “He’s a genuinely positive, kind, considerate boy,” says Ms. Sammy. “He has amazing sportsmanship and he’s a very hard worker.”    RJ asks thoughtful questions and always does his best work with enthusiasm. His reading has skyrocketed in the last year.    “He’s someone his classma

Student Spotlight Eighth grader D’Andre Cornelius, who goes by Dre, is new to Gifft Hill School this year. He says he likes how the GHS community welcomed him.    “I like the environment,” he says of his new school. “I like the way teachers explain the subject to me.”    Dre says science is his favorite subject because he loves experimenting.    Eighth grade advisor Mr. Bill says Dre joined the large eighth grade class with ease.    “He has a positive attitude,” says Mr. Bill

Student Spotlight Toddler program student Ayza Pickering “brings everyone joy,” says toddler teacher Ms. Beth.    “Ayza comes bounding onto the playground every morning with a smile on her face and a twinkle in her eye,” says Ms. Beth.    Ayza has done well with settling into the routine of being at school. She’s excited to try whatever activities the day brings, and especially enjoys painting.    “She takes her time and takes pride in her work,” says Ms. Beth.    Ayza is fri