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Hi Mary,

With the end of the school year coming to an end next week. I want to take the time to thank you for all that you have done for Anna, and our family, during her time here at CCLA.

I'm trying to look at this change as a positive in our lives, but it will be hard to leave this school. Anna loves all of you (even if she hides it from some) and she will miss you all.

Anna has grown so much while she's been here, both socially and academically. Oh, and about a foot in height as well.

CCLA was the best choice for Anna and I wish I had known about this school a long time ago. This school was sent from God himself. You have let my daughter be herself and to grow and find herself and her place in this world. Your staff has been amazing with my overprotectivness of Anna and have really shown me that they truly DO care about her.

I have promised Anna that we will come and visit and she has told me that she's still inviting you ALL to her high school graduation, no matter what. And I will uphold that, you all mean the world to my little girl. The values regarding school that Anna has been taught here will stay with her always.

Next week will be bitter sweet for Anna and I as we prepare to move on from CCLA. I swear though, if anything goes wrong at this new school, I will bring her straight back to CCLA.

Have a wonderful summer. Anna and I may show up a few times to visit, so I am sure we will see you all really soon!

Jaime Jannette

Anna's Mom

Good morning Mary,

This is Lydia, Jeremiah and Joel Kungu's mother, unfortunately am unable to attend today's luncheon but i would have loved to be there. Never the less and do not know if my input matters without my presence there. But in any case i will try;

I would like to thank both you and your staff for the overwhelming support, love and encouragement that you have provided for my kids. This school has been all that and beyond what i was looking for in a school, the individualized learning that you give to Jeremiah, extra homeworking and all that one on one for math lesson to ensure that his grades improve, and the saturday turtoring. I must say that the private van transportation to and from school is out of this world. You will never know the relief to be able to keep my son in the same school despite being out of school area. I can not help but be grateful to the opportunity that you have given to my son. It was a challenge to start but Jeremiah has improved very much all over in his grades and other acheivements.

Same goes for Joel, he loves going to school, and i can say that he's yet to miss a day. He in fact wants to attends saturday school becuase he thinks that his teacher will be there and does not want to disappoint her by not attending.

All in all, thank you for the great work and the foundation that you are building for our kids future, that is priceless. So i want to thank for the job well done and keep it up because it schools like CCLA that make it possible for out kids to think big, have a promising future and enjoy going to school every day. Thank you and thank you.

From Lydia Kayongo, Mother to Jeremiah and Joel Kungu.

I really wanted to let you know how much I appreciate the opportunity here at CCLA. I've learned so much in the last five weeks, and I'm excited to see what each day brings. I've grown to love these kids. Not only have I found myself having a great passion for their education, but also for their happiness and well-being in general. I've seen some real progress with many of the children I've been working with. I've learned that it's not as much a "day by day", but more of a "minute by minute" thing (living in the moment). I see so many success stories at this school. I attribute this not only to the students' thirst for knowledge, but with the staff who work so hard each and every day here. There's never a dull day at CCLA, and I really love that aspect of your school. Hopefully I can continue to help these children make strides and better themselves for their futures. Thank you for this amazing experience.

Thanks again - Mr. Fehrman

"When we first toured, we were impressed with the quality of teachers and the warm, positive environment. As the year has progressed, everything has surpassed our expectations. Not only are the teachers incredible - the entire staff is the best. The educational opportunites are terrific - I cannot believe how much my child has learned and he feels safe and loved! It was the best decision we ever made - my four year old will start next fall - we can't wait. Thank you CCLA!"

Parent Comment

"The learning doesn't stop in the classroom, rather a community has formed where learning takes place from not just me but from student to student outside of the classroom ... We are a community, a family, a support system, educators, and role models for all of our students. It is the above that sets CCLA apart from other schools. I am so excited for what the last few weeks of school brings and find myself constantly looking forward to what the future brings for myself, the students and CCLA as a whole."

Ben Babcock - Music Teacher

Mary,

I wanted to thank you again for your efforts in making yesterday happen. Although a few of the students got restless here and there due to the length, I felt that the group did extremely well overall and was very attentive. They asked a number of questions during part two and a number of them came up afterwards to shake my hand and thank me. I had a great discussion with your AV man during lunch (his name eludes me). I left copies of the quote sheet with him for your to copy and give to the students. I was very impressed with your staff overall.

I also wanted to tell you that from years of visiting schools, I usually pick up a "sense" or a "feeling" about a school when I am there. The feeling I picked up yesterday was extremely positive. I didn't sense any anger issues or the "chip on the shoulder syndrome" that I sometimes detect in students. I sensed a positive, respectful attitude among your students that was refreshing and welcoming. This is a tribute to your efforts and those of your teachers and staff.

Tim Scott
Mr. Scott was a Guest Lecturer on the topic of the Holocaust

'I want to thank you for EVERYTHING you have done to make my twins ready for the next level in there lives. They have learned and are still learning so much. I am so amazed and overall excited about their progress. CCLA was a great choice for all my children. The communication through emails were awesome, I think it’s important for teachers to be able to communicate with parents through emails'

-Parent Comments

"I'm glad to have our children at your school and thankful that our children has dedicated teachers. Our children are also happy to be there. They have said only wonderful things about everyone there."

-Mary Vang

"Devin loves CCLA. He enjoys going to school and has excelled in Mrs. Radcliffe's classroom. We could not have asked for a better teacher. She obviously loves her job and deeply cares for the children. You can't ask for a better environment for you child to grow and learn in. The children have built valuable relationships with each other in the classroom which is displayed through their kindness and affection towards one another. I am amazed that Devin seems to know all the teachers within the school and they all know him.

Sincerely,
Nadine Dassier

Mrs. D, WONDERFUL! I don't know what we would do without you all. We love you dearly. I hope you have a wonderful week as well. Thank you so much!

-Sarah

Read what parents are saying about CCLA HERE

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"I like that the teachers here really 'Care' about the children."

"I am always welcome to stop by my child's classroom and say hi."

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