Amy Hurlston

"Every single day Siena came home from Ms. Amy’s 1st grade class happy, engaged, and excited to go back the next morning. That kind of enthusiasm for school is something truly special, and it reflects the environment Ms. Amy created in her classroom.

In addition to supporting Siena’s academic growth, Ms. Amy also helped her develop the social and emotional tools needed to navigate friendships, social interactions, and conflict in healthy ways. We saw tremendous growth not only in Siena’s learning, but also in her confidence, empathy, and overall adjustment at school.

Siena has developed a genuine love of school, learning, and reading, and she has a happy, well-adjusted life at Claxton. My wife Karin and I believe that Ms. Amy’s dedication and care played a major role in that success.

During every meeting and interaction we had with Ms. Amy, it was clear that she took an active and personal interest in Siena’s well-being and achievement, as well as the success of all of her students. She is compassionate, attentive, thoughtful, and deeply committed to the children she teaches."

"It is my pleasure to recommend Amy Hurlston. She has a remarkable gift for making every child feel seen, valued, and capable. Her kindness, thoughtfulness, and patience create a classroom where students feel safe to take risks, ask questions, and grow both academically and personally.

What truly sets her apart is her ability to bring joy into learning. Her playful, silly spirit keeps students engaged and excited to come to school each day, while her calm and caring nature helps each child build confidence and a love of learning. She understands that learning is about so much more than academics—it’s about nurturing curiosity, character, and a sense of belonging.

Any child would be incredibly fortunate to have Amy as a teacher! She leaves a lasting impact on both her students and their families!"

"Amy is flexible and positive with a heart to serve the community."

"The best"

"Amy is a dedicated and compassionate teacher. Her heart for teaching shines through. She’s someone that always puts her students needs first. She strives to take a wholistic approach while incorporating each student’s strengths and challenges."

"Ms. Amy is kind and considerate to her students. She's interested in trying new things and all the parents who have had her as a teacher love her!"