by Written by Lori Scott
After a year in apartments down the street, I moved to the Lakes of River Trails neighborhood in 2018. Prior to that, on a good day, I would commute an hour each day from Fort Worth to Hurst. I relocated here to be near my son, daughter, and place of employment. I reside in the same city as the school where I teach, and it takes me around fifteen minutes to go to work.
I had no idea that there would be growth outside of our area when I first came here. My residence is close to a new train station and a large shopping mall that is being built. A part of me is thrilled to see new eateries and shops nearby. That should increase the house’s worth, I hope.
Our neighborhood’s lakes are accessible from every home here, but I believe ours is the best. Our lake is typically used as the backdrop for celebrations such as the Fourth of July. I can take pleasant walks there because it’s only two blocks from my house.
Although I live alone, my guests come and go. My kid stayed with me when COVID struck. My family will stay with me when they visit the area. When it comes to entertaining, I don’t usually do much. I’m a homebody.
I have been a teacher for more than 25 years and have been employed at Birdville schools since 2012. I teach science and math to second graders and oversee our after-school daycare program. The after-school program was incredibly unorganized when I took over a few years back, and I wanted more for the kids. I wanted them to look forward to going. We now have a waiting list in addition to 85 students.
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We want our employees to interact creatively with the children as part of our structured approach. When it’s time to go, the children occasionally scream. That indicates to me that we have made a favorable environment for them.
Within five miles of Hurst, there are a number of secondhand stores. You can find a few more if you go a little further. I enjoy going there to hunt for supplies for the daycare and classroom. I have 57 Lego toys, 35 graphic books, Barbie clothing, and cuddly animals that I have thrifted.
When I’m at home, I write and doodle to unwind. I was contacted by the parents of one of my former pupils regarding the Hurst Utility Box Art Project. I frequently drive by such utility boxes and sketch with my pupils.
I’ve always imagined it would be awesome to have some of my artwork on display in a box. Although I don’t work as a professional artist, I have donated my artwork to projects like creating T-shirts, brochures, and school mascots. However, I was ecstatic because this was the first time I had ever received payment for my artwork.
Drawing has been a part of my life. I enjoy creating art, even if I’m self-taught and not the best at it. The objective is straightforward: my aim is successful if my artwork brings joy to someone.
Another significant aspect of my life is writing. My daughter urged me to resume writing after I had stopped for a while.
I was encouraged to try again when a magazine contacted me to publish the stories I had submitted years before.
I also joined a writing critique group in Hurst that consists of a wonderful group of Christian authors and writers who have won numerous awards.
I signed with an agent after that, and I began working with an editor who became a close friend. Together, we worked on a picture book that was purchased by Penguin Random House and will be published in 2027. I am ecstatic.
God has always struck me as having a sense of humor. I can’t claim credit for any of the writing I’ve done or the opportunities I’ve had.
For me, faith has always been significant. I was raised in a church. My grandfather launched a Christian radio show that lasted for years, and my father directed a choir.
I can’t recall a period in my life when my faith wasn’t present.
It was difficult for me to attend church after my divorce. As a single woman, I didn’t feel like I belonged. I now participate in our after-school prayer group and watch church on TV.
Living in this neighborhood is an excellent idea. The locals are wonderful and kind. Here at the school where I teach, I adore the children.
I believe that this is where I should be right now, and it will be obvious if the Lord takes me somewhere else.
I need to be in this house, in this area, at this school, doing what I’m doing for the time being.
Lakes of River Trails
2,183 people in totalMale: 53% | Female: 47%
10–19: 10% Age 0–9: 18%20–29: 10.4%16.6% for 30-39; 19.4% for 40-4960-69: 7.2% 50-59: 9.5%70–79: 7.4%Ages 80 and up: 1.5%
Learning7.7% without a degree27.6% in high school13.3% of students attend college.34.8% have a bachelor’s degree.Postgraduate: 16.6%
Race: Asian: 25.1% | Hispanic: 12.3% | Black: 6.7% | White: 51.6% | Two or more: 3.8%
To see the Texas Education Agency ratings for the schools, click the following link:
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Trinity Lakes Elementary
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River Trails Elementary
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Lowery Road Elementary
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Hurst Junior High
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Bellaire Elementary
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Ignite Community School-Fort Worth
Citation: Census Reporter
Lori Scott has been an elementary school teacher in Birdville ISD for 13 years and has spent the last 7 years living in the Lakes of River Trails subdivision in Fort Worth, close to Hurst.
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