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Jon's* Story
In grade 4, Jon was diagnosed with a severe learning disability. He had been acting out in class to cover up that he was discouraged and felt 'dumb' - even when there were many indications that he was very bright.
His single parent could not afford private help for him but, through funds available from donations, he was able to attend 4R's for over a year.
After successfully completing high school with a 'good B+ average', Jon is currently enrolled at BCIT to become a certified auto-mechanic using funds he saved over the years from his part time jobs. His confidence in overcoming his difficulties, and his drive to forge ahead and fund his own education is a positive example for all our students.
"I never believed I could do it until I came to 4R's and it was fun learning!" he grins.
Kerry's* Story
Kerry was placed in a class for the gifted in grade 5, but in grade 6 was
excluded when she failed to measure up in her reading and writing skills.
Unable to keep up appearances, she withdrew behind a curtain of untidy hair,
mumbling and looking at the floor when spoken to, and hiding spelling
difficulties with messy writing and scribbling.
According to Kerry's mother, the 4R's was 'the source of Kerry gaining skills, strategies, and self esteem that will see her through her lifetime.' 4R's was 'the life line that rescued her daughter.'
After working with 4R's, Kerry went on to complete her schooling through distance education and obtained her grade 12 at the age of 15. Although she attended beauty school locally and met all the requirements, she was deemed too young for final certification. She then went on to attend three years of schooling at the Victoria College of Arts, and now, at 21 years old, Kerry is attending a 4th year of arts school in Cyprus and enjoying European travel and culture.
* names changed to protect privacy
Making a Donation to 4R's
Donate on-line through CanadaHelps.org by selecting the following link.
- assisting those who cannot afford to pay fees;
- providing additional programmes such as summer camps;
- providing information and workshops for parents;
- upgrading materials
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Board member, Barb Nowicki (centre), was pleased to show off the new installation to Ruth Dilts of CV Book Friends (left) and Richard Boyle of Sneakers (right). Top of Page