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Setting High Expectations and a Strong Work Ethic

Posted on 09/07/2010 by Wrightslaw — 1 Comment ↓

Setting high expectations and a strong work ethic is really important for the success of our students with special educational needs. Ann Marie understood the importance of keeping the standard Continue Reading →

Posted in Parent Rights & Responsibilities, Strategies, Success Stories | Tagged Dyslexia, High expectations, Parenting, Spina Bifida, Strategies, success story | 1 Comment ↓

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