Two Moms Speak Their Mind
Two new girls -- they don't know one another -- will begin attending Catalyst EDU for high school next week. Each of the mothers of these two girls has emailed me in the last few days. So, what are the mothers saying?
Mother #1: We are on board! ____ became excited when I told her you already found one sponsor. . . That really boosted her confidence. Thank you so much for your effort on our behalf. It is truly and greatly appreciated!
That was a nice thing to say. What's important is that this family had a need that could not be served in public school, and Catalyst is there to help. A couple of generous supporters are making it possible for this young lady to attend.
Mother #2: Head's up . . . K.S. was in attendance at our mtg and she raved about you and your staff. In fact, the entire room that knew you said things like "Ed is solid, he has great people and does amazing things with kids". You have quite the reputation!
Well, it certainly helps when we have the best teachers (Julie Polisher, Debra Lund, Shaw Ketels, Melita Gump) and best counselor (Pam Decker) anywhere!
See the blue button below that says "Add a Comment?" I would appreciate hearing from you.
Ed
What's Being Printed in the Paper, and What People Are Saying
On Friday the Daily Camera ran the 15-Second Pitch on me and Catalyst EDU. I have received some criticism that the brief article is too generic, that people may not understand that Catalyst EDU an excellent school for teens who are really struggling in school.
That link is http://dailycamera.com/news/2008/jan/18/no-headline---18bsec/
The VERY NEXT DAY, the Camera ran the Nonprofit Spotlight on "Catalyst Education of Colorado." If you never opened the paper that day, the link to that article is below.
Almost without exception, people have told me: "Wow! I saw your story in the paper, and it was excellent."
At the bottom of this blog page, there is a button for "Add a Comment." I want to know what you think!
Also, please forward the link to friends. I want to know if they think a school like Catalyst is really needed!
Ed
http://dailycamera.com/news/2008/jan/18/catalyst-education-of-colorado/
Welcome to Ed Porritt's Blog
In the fall of 2007, Catalyst EDU will open its doors in Lafayette, Colorado, ultimately serving up to 75 students identified as at-risk for dropping out of high school due to personal, social, physical, emotional,or mental health issues.
Created to be the affordable academic home for struggling teens seeking a meaningful alternative education, Catalyst provides a nurturing and challenging educational community where at-risk high school-aged students can emerge from personal crisis, gain control of their decisions and actions, develop resiliency and confidence, and complete high school as responsible, curious young adults with solid academic and social skills.
In my blog, I will keep you all up to date with news of Catalyst's progress and any breaking news. If you have a student who would be interested in the innovative educational philosophy we offer at catalyst, please give us a call and set up a visit to our campus. (303) 818-4652. We're located at 2575 Park Lane, Suite 100, near the intersection of 95th and Arapahoe in Lafayette.
I look forward to keeping in touch with the Catalyst community in this blog.
-- Ed Porritt, Founder - Catalyst Education of Colorado