My Favorite Girl!

During my 1st year of teaching I was blessed to teach the sweetest little girl with a Trach. This little girl openend my eyes to see disablity does not have to mean disabled. With the help and guidance from her parents, my TA's and myself she was able to over come serveral hurdles, that "society" said she would not! I watched her grown from being afraid to walk by herself, to running and jumping with the other children, from communicating by pointing and a few signs, to verbally making requests, correctly identifying all her colors, shapes and letters. She was a joy to be around each and everyday, so happy and energetic. She is to this very day MY FAVORITE GIRL!