Moved a lot when young and generally not the greatest learning experiences but low in comparison to the adversity of many peers.
One teacher recognized I had a learning disability at elementary level before teachers were trained on that kind of thing. Was able to work through that over time.
HS counselor nominated me for a program that involved a long weekend trip to a medium sized university city. Never understood why I alone was chosen over peers.
I think it happens to a lot of kids that way, it didn't take a village, curriculum or a coordinated effort. Just one or two educators doing one thing and changing a life completely. I'm sure just one authority figure over time can have a huge impact.
One teacher recognized I had a learning disability at elementary level before teachers were trained on that kind of thing. Was able to work through that over time.
HS counselor nominated me for a program that involved a long weekend trip to a medium sized university city. Never understood why I alone was chosen over peers.
I think it happens to a lot of kids that way, it didn't take a village, curriculum or a coordinated effort. Just one or two educators doing one thing and changing a life completely. I'm sure just one authority figure over time can have a huge impact.