Canton Elementary School has been named a 2024-2025 Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase School, a prestigious honor awarded to campuses that demonstrate excellence in building a culture where students feel safe, connected, and engaged.
The Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase Schools Award recognizes schools that go above and beyond in creating an environment where students thrive academically and emotionally. Through the Capturing Kids’ Hearts Process, educators at Canton Elementary have been equipped with relationship- building tools and processes that help them foster student success and a positive campus culture.
“We are striving to build a campus atmosphere where students feel loved, safe, and empowered to learn!” said Dora Fuqua, Canton Elementary principal. She continued, “Since the implementation of the Capturing Kids’ Hearts Process, we have seen student discipline referrals decrease by 50% and students’ average daily attendance improve by 10%. State testing scores have improved by one letter grade and we expect this to continue.”
Each year, Capturing Kids’ Hearts recognizes schools across the country for their commitment to transforming their campus environments through a relational approach to education. Schools that receive this designation have shown measurable progress in student connectedness, academic achievement, and overall school culture.
For more information about Capturing Kids’ Hearts and the National Showcase Schools Award, contact: Kelsie Acres Office Phone: 1-800316-4311