Meet our pre-k team!
Meet Amy Balch
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
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!