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Dear Faculty and Staff of Educational
Alternatives, To begin, I
would like to say how pleased I am with my sister
Samantha's improvement over the years. Since she has
been enrolled in your school, she has developed
extraordinary skills that were thought impossible by
others. Her reading and writing skills have been
boosted tremendously, and I cannot help but notice
here enthusiasm about going to school in the
mornings. It has been such a pleasure to witness such
a delightful outcome and interest in Samantha. How
often do children say they actually want to go to
school the next day?
She has developed several
very special friendships with other students at the
school who apparently enjoy it as much as she does.
She has participated in a number of activities in
school that have gone far from forgotten. In
conjunction with allowing her to be herself and
outgoing around others, these activities have lifted
her self esteem and made her feel truly important. For
example, she was honored the award of "Student of the
Year", and was elected to Student Council as well. She
has made an ongoing effort to progress more and more
each day. Because of this school and its elite
program, she has yet to give up. I am proud to say
that Educational Alternatives has given my sister hope
for the future and here dreams of going to school for
the Culinary Arts. She is aware of what she must
accomplish and nothing but a good education will get
her there. I can honestly say that school is doing
just that for Sam.
Thank you for all the hard
work and dedication put in these children's interest
and towards their needs. A chance should be given to
every person in this world and Educational
Alternatives has not failed in this aspect whatsoever.
We feel extremely fortonate to have people like those
in your program that truly care for these very special
children. Thank you again.
Sincerely,
Michelle Archer |
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To: Mr. Bail, Mrs. Bail, & Teachers,
I wanted to let you know how happy I am with my
sons' program. You have all worked so hard with Ulises
and he has come so far in such a short period of time.
He has become more verbal, more alert, he is eating on
his own, and is overall a much happier boy. I couldn't
have done this without you! I can't tell you how very
proud I was when he was named "Student of the Month"!
I know my son is happy, learning, and truly enjoys
going o school. I also know how much all of your staff
loves and cares for him. I thank God for you, for Mr.
Carlos and all of the teachers. I can only hope God
gives your the strength and wisdom to continue with
your work. Again, I want to thank you all.
Olga Coronado
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My son Travis
is 8 years old. He is mildly autistic among other
learning disabilities. Before I decided to take him
out of the public school system he cried every single
morning about going to school. It broke my heart to
drop him off there every day. Since he has been at
Educational Alternatives, he has not complained one
time about getting up and going to school, he actually
looks forward to it.
The teachers display such patience and caring
attitudes with the children. I love the fact that I am
welcome to come in and visit my son’s classroom any
time I want to.
Travis’ speech and understanding of the world around
him has improved so much in one year at Educational
Alternatives. He is much more well adjusted and I have
been able to successfully take him off the
medicat8oins that he had been taking.
Mr. Bail is always there for an encouraging word and
tips on how to help Travis succeed in his school work
as well has his day to day activities.
I love it and most of all, Travis loves it!
Parent of an 8-year old child.
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My son Daniel
started at Educational Alternatives this past fall,
and he has made significant progress both
educationally and socially. The warm loving,
environment and low student to teacher ratio has been
a key factor for this success. I am very impressed
with the way the administration tailors the
educational process to the need of the individual
student. There is much attention to detail and as a
parent, I feel confident that my child will not “slip
through the cracks.” My husband and I are very happy
with the school in every way and feel blessed that
Daniel is able to attend Educational Alternatives.
Sincerely,
Karen Gentry |
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To the Staff of Educational Alternatives:
Before my daughter, Samantha entered 6th grade, she had been
attending school in Miami-Dade County since
Pre-Kindergarten. She had difficulty reading and even at 12
years of age was having problems identifying the letters of
the alphabet.
While Samantha was attending public school, I had many
meetings with school administrators regarding her academic
progress. I had even had a due process hearing on one
occasion, with an attorney, and then later had another when
the voucher system was initiated. Samantha had been labeled
"educable," however because of what were perceived
as ongoing "difficulties," the Dade County school
system decided to label her as "trainable." This
was totally unsatisfactory to me because I saw the problem
as not Samantha's as much as it was that of a teacher who
just didn't have the time to spend teaching my daughter.
With the advent of vouchers, I was overjoyed at the
opportunity to place her in a private school - one that
would have a more advantageous teacher-to-student ratio.
That's when I happened upon Educational Alternatives. The
school has literally changed our lives. During the first
interview with Stephen Bail, principal of the school, he had
Samantha learn seven new words - within only 2 hours -
previously considered a virtual insurmountable feat for her.
She also learned three different sentences. This was like an
epiphany and reinforced my always-held belief that she
possessed the ability to learn, but needed the proper
stimulation and teacher interest to do so.
Samantha is special and requires different teaching
techniques, but the ability to learn is present. After
five months at Educational Alternatives, Samantha came home
and read me her first book! I didn't care that it was at an
elementary level - only that she read it with success and
joy. She now possess a level of self-esteem previously
absent. Her spirit is soaring.
She is now at the end of her first year at Educational
Alternatives. She has successfully read three books, and I
can't describe the sheer joy that we both have and the pride
that we both share. The Dade County Schools told me that
because Samantha's had an IQ of 42, she would not be able to
read.
Their solution was to place her in a "trainable" class - basically a demotion
from "educable." Educational Alternatives provided the motivation and skills
and Samantha proved them all wrong! Not only is Samantha reading, but her
math, science and social studies skills have increased. She has acquired
social skills and has confidently made new friends.
She now feels she is part of something, and I cannot begin to describe how
the joy has been put back into both of our lives. We owe you a debt of
gratitude and thanks. Each day we observe and take part in the atmosphere of
support and love and learning that Educational Alternatives provides for each
and every child who attends. Thank you so much.
Sincerely,
Roxanne Hrytzay
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Why Educational Alternatives?
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Who do parents and children turn to when
life is not typical? Where do we go? Who will accept,
teach, guide, and love your child? These are my
concerns for I too am a parent of a child with many
issues. From fine motor to learning disabled along
with ADD and ADHD.
Nearly 30 hours a week your child is in the care of
other people. Educational Alternatives offers a secure
environment where you know your child is being taken
care of. That is very important to parents like us.
Stephen Bail and his staff has the patience and know
how in guiding your child at every level. From life
skills to education, discipline and manners you get it
all at Educational Alternatives. The outside world is
not always a nice place to children like ours. Don't
you want your child to learn and grow in an atmosphere
where they are comfortable and you have peace of mind?
Parent of a multi-handicapped child. |
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My son Jamie has been a student at
Educational Alternatives for 3 years and they have
been a profound influence in his life!
Stephen Bail and his wife, Tere, have a wonderful
staff of teachers and aides that are warm and loving
and genuinely care about teaching children to grow
and learn! On an individual bases they work hard to
focus on each student's special needs. Together the
students participate in plays and field trips that
are not only fun but are very educational.
It is a wonderful learning experience being part
of the Educational Alternatives family!
Parent of a 7-year old developmentally delayed
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I honestly believe divine guidance led
us to your school. Finally, a place exists which
shares my hopes and desires for a high standard or
quality and a philosophy of education that puts kids
first and decision making is not motivated by ego or
self-serving agendas, which for parents/teachers is
an educational utopia.
Parent of a 3-year old autistic child. |
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My Son, Javier, has been attending Educational
Alternatives for the past two years. I am very happy with
this school and staff. In particular, I like the school's
approach to teaching. I have also witnessed extensive
progress in my child's learning of the fundamental subjects
taught in your school. In addition, I feel that the school
has provided the type of loving, nurturing environment that
my son needs in order to grow in an appropriate manner.
Parent of a 7-year old learning disabled child. |
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