Elementary school students from four Brooklyn Park district schools shared their enthusiasm for their educational experiences during a recent school information fair featuring student testimonials.

Students from Garden City Elementary highlighted their school's community garden project, which provides fresh produce not only for the school but for the broader community. The garden features tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers, broccoli, strawberries, pumpkins and mint, according to student testimonials.

Fifth-grader Charlotte praised the staff and teachers at her school, noting she has attended since kindergarten and has been treated with kindness and respect. Fourth-grader Jakai emphasized the social aspects of school life, particularly enjoying playing football with friends on the school field.

Students from Elm Creek Elementary described various extracurricular opportunities available to fifth-graders, including ECTV, a school broadcast program that provides morning announcements, lunch information and weather updates. The school also offers school patrol, band and orchestra programs where students can learn instruments including cello, bass, viola and violin.

Oakville and Oakview Elementary students spoke about their schools' learning environments, with one student noting the availability of a large library and media center, while another appreciated the opportunity to observe live animals as part of their educational experience.