Meet our pre-k team!
Meet Amy Balch
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1. How many years of experience do you have teaching or in the school system? I have been working for Bedford County Schools for 14 years.
2. What made you want to become a teacher or work in a school? I started my career as a speech and language teacher working with pre-k through 12th-grade students. I soon discovered my real passion was working with preschool-aged students with disabilities. I love seeing them grow and gain confidence as they move through the school system in Bedford County.
3. About what are you most excited for working at Cartwright? I am excited to be a part of the opening of a new school, making our mark in the community and getting to know new students and families.
4. Is there anything extra you would like to share? I was born and raised in Murfreesboro and graduated from MTSU. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, spending time with my five nephews, working in the garden or relaxing on my patio with my dog Oscar.
Meet Delicia Hyatt
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1. How many years of experience do you have teaching or in the school system? I have worked for 13 Years in BCS and 8 years in private schools.
2. What made you want to become a teacher or work in a school? I have a great love for children and a deep desire to inspire them to learn, succeed and have a love for learning. Simply put, I want to make a difference.
3. About what are you most excited for working at Cartwright? I am excited about being a part of new traditions and building new relationships. I cannot wait to see what Cartwright brings to the community!
4. Is there anything extra you would like to share? I have been married to my best friend for 18 years. I have two grown children and am known as “Ohana” to my grandson who is the sunshine of my life. I am a fur baby lover and have a German shepherd who is named after a Harry Potter character. I love to read and be creative, and I am still very much a kid at heart! Every day is a new day to begin again. Stay positive, inspire and make learning fun!