A favorite quote of mine is from the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., “True compassion is more than flinging a coin at a beggar, it is understanding that the edifice which produces the beggars needs restructuring.” Regarding academic success, nothing replaces good instruction from committed teachers. I empower all staff to help the children and families in whatever ways they see fit. I always tell teachers, give me 100% and let’s get the job done! And that is what they do.

—Hamilton Bell