presentation_testimonials

"I loved your presentation! You are a true inspiration and I'm glad there are parents like you out there; we can all
learn from your dedication." Parent, future educator

"So far, this has been one of the biggest learning experience I've had [in grad school]. The information that I take
with me today is invaluable." Graduate student in education

"Yeah! Loved your sense of humor. Loved your explanation of concepts. So helpful to organize information!"
Parent, Tuesday's Child

"Maureen gave a very thought provoking and emotionally savvy presentation...I was able to apply it to other areas in
my life." Teacher, Kane County

"It was a great presentation. It is so awesome to see how passionate you are about children." Student, future
educator

"I wish that our Special Ed administration could have heard what you sad about being sensitive to parents." Teacher

"Gave me such insight in what a parent goes through in your situation." Teacher

"Heart-warming and truly real!" Teacher

"Your story is one of perseverance and love and I am so glad I attended!" Teacher

"I'm a speech pathologist but first and foremost I am a mother of twin boys who are both cognitively impaired. I
totally related to just about everything you spoke about, both as a special educator and more importantly as a parent.
You touched my heart in ways you may not know. Thank you for your words." Special educator, mother

"Thank you for your honesty and for sharing your knowledge. I have never been so attentive in this type of institute
class as I have been at yours." Educator, Kane County

"I can't remember the last time I had this much insight into the feelings and lives of a family impacted by special
needs. Thank you for opening your life (the good, bad and ugly) to all of us." School social worker

"Fabulous! Thank you for this insightful, engaging and valuable presentation. I especially appreciated the practical
stories about the mistakes as well as victories in your family's process. I have been so discouraged at times because
of the plethora of information on my son's weaknesses, but your presentation was inspiring and encourage. Your
honesty was particularly refreshing and helpful. Thank you too for sharing how your faith strengthens you and
informs your decisions as a parent. While risky is a group setting, it does help so much to hear your perspective."
Mother of a child with special needs

"Excellent presentation! I am a new Assistant Principal this year and hearing you speak about your personal life story
gave me new insight into my role as an administrator in IEP meetings." Administrator