Some may consider fifth grade the end of a journey, for others it’s just the beginning.
“We tell our fifth-graders that they are the seniors of our school. It is our job to prepare them for junior high and keep them motivated to excel academically,” said Dr. Diana Quisenberry, principal of Benteen Elementary. “It’s important to do well in life, and it starts at the elementary level.”
To honor students’ academic achievements, Benteen held a “90+ Celebration” on Feb. 2 in collaboration with the W.E.B. DuBois Society. Named in honor of the famous educator and philosopher, the Atlanta-based organization offers programs structured to encourage students and keep them motivated to succeed.