Each child grows and develops in various interrelated areas – physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and linguistic. In order to address the full range of each child’s developmental needs, we provide opportunities for learning, self-expression, and self-discovery in a variety of areas – for example, in music, drama, games, language activities, and cooperative activities with peers. Children thrive within classrooms that meet their physical and developmental needs and that provide a secure, respectful, and nurturing environment.
In providing this we see growth and change in our students.
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| Elvis, age 7 |
Elvis, age 7, came to our program knowing very little to no Romanian. He did not understand us when we spoke to him. His parents told us that he was crazy and that we had to do whatever Elvis asked or he would react badly.
The first days of school we noticed that he reacted out of lack of understanding and not because he was mischievous or crazy. Also, we noticed that Elvis has a speech impediment. At first, since Elvis was not used to speaking Romanian it was very difficult to understand him due to his speech. But, the more we asked him to repeat his words his Romanian and speaking improved.
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| Elvis working on writing skills. |
It has now been five months since school started and his language is so much clearer. His speech impediment is still an issue but he does not let it stop him from learning and trying again. He understands and knows all the songs, poems, and skills we are teaching. Even if at times we don’t understand what he is saying he will repeat himself until he is clear. We know at those moments that he is striving for the best from within himself.
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| Elvis pouring hot water for our experiment. |
Elvis is just one story from our class of 12. Each of our students has his own obstacle to go over. We believe that this program is helping each one reach their potential and get ready for their future education.
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| Class discussion |
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| Watching an experiment in progress. |
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| Maria and Elvis next to their flower after a day in color dye. |
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| Elvis loves working on puzzles of any kind. |
Thank you for your part in making a difference in each of these kids lives. Your prayers and support make this work possible and most of all fruitful.
In Christ,
Sandy
