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Woodfield Academy is Central Georgia's only independent school for children with learning differences.
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AN OPEN LETTER
TO FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN WHO STRUGGLE WITH LEARNING DIFFERNCES:
WE KNOW HOW YOU FEEL!
Too often, children with Learning
Differences (ADHD, reading, writing and math disabilities, autism, developmental
delays, etc.) are misplaced in their academic careers. There is
understandable denial in some families; others have their children in
a traditional “special education” curriculum which does not fully
address the child’s needs, and a perceived stigma may unnecessarily
develop. Sadly, there is often a feeling of shame or inadequacy
among some or all family members, especially the child. Children
with Learning Differences may feel ostracized while struggling to succeed
in an environment that is not well suited for them, whether they are
in a public school or a private academy. The decision to acknowledge
and deal with the problems associated with Learning Differences is a
very personal and often painful one. WOODFIELD ACADEMY was established
in 1997 by a concerned group of parents whose children struggled with
these issues. Their goal was to create a safe and supportive environment
where their children could be successful. Indeed, our students
and their families are proud to be a part of a successful and prestigious
organization which addresses and overcomes Learning Differences. Today, thanks in part to a
grant from the Peyton Anderson Foundation, Woodfield Academy has established
its campus at 4375 Rivoli Drive. With a staff of 12 highly trained
educators, we are addressing the needs of families created by Learning
Differences. It is gratifying beyond words to see our students
reclaim their self-esteem as they learn at their own pace using multisensory
techniques geared toward individual learning styles. SCHOOL & PROGRAMS
STAFF & BOARD OF DIRECTORS Connie Sealy, Board Chairman Becky Sessions, Head of School Wylene Boggs Elizabeth Cleveland Nancy Dozier Dr. Michael Johns Stephen Jukes Ruth Austin Knox Mark Nichols Scott Rawson Staff of 10 professionals MISSION Woodfield Academy serves students
in middle Georgia who have been professionally diagnosed with Attention
Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, and/or a learning difference. The goal
of the school is to help students learn how to learn on an individual
basis. PHILOSOPHY Success in school leads to success in life. This page is best viewed with 1024x768 resolution
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