Ryan's letter

Rocky Point Academy has helped me tremendously!  I used to take forever to do my homework; it took me awhile to understand the lessons that had been taught that day.  It took me the whole night just to do homework, and on weekends I spent the majority of time doing homework.  I use to dread going to school.  I hated it there!  I always felt lost and I was feeling like I was not even there.  I was always confused and frustrated with the lessons.  I have a strong sense of pride so I don’t give up easy.  I would always try as hard as I could and barely got my homework done for the next day.  To be honest I was concerned about what Rocky Point Academy could offer me, but I was willing to try and see.  We went to the information session and I was told I had ADD.  It was suggested that I go and see the people at Rocky Point Academy.  When I went to Rocky Point Academy in November I relearned about my abilities and my previous schooling.  I learn how I learned and how to help my self to do better.  The week at Rocky Point was amazing!  I learned so much from Larry!  I learned how to orientate my self and how to learn so things make sense.   

Later when I went back to school every thing seemed different and I did better.  I went from just barely passing to honourable mention.  I understood what was being said and what was being taught and I still don't like the homework, but it takes me less time to do it and I have time for other things.  I also enjoy the clay nights.  A group of us get together and do words in clay.  I enjoy meeting people who are like me and learn the same way.  Sure I still have a way to go to improve my skills but now I know that I am not alone and that I can do even better!

Sincerely,

Ryan