Testimonials
St. Don Bosco Parent Testimonials
- “I am extremely grateful for him being a part of the SAL program, and though he had some moments of difficulty being present, I truly believe he has been more successful this year than any other. We appreciate everything everyone does to take part in his success.”
- “If he can’t go to St. Don Bosco he will drop out of school and I’m afraid for him if he has to do so. I would love for him to continue going to St. Bosco as he loves going to school everyday now as before attending Don Bosco he hated school. Thank you!!”
- “She has benefited immensely from the support and small class size. She is a totally different person since attending St Don Bosco. She has found success there which was much needed after much trauma and medical issues she endured before starting there. Her confidence has increased and she actually feels hope for a future.”
- “Don Bosco has allowed her to work towards her high school credits in an environment that is safe from bullying. It is also less stressful and easier for her to focus when there isn’t so much information and work being thrown at her all at once.”
- “This program has been an absolute gem! I know in certain subjects he struggles. However I’ve not seen him thrive the way he has this year. He has accomplished more this year than in the past 3 years. He’s getting credits, working everyday, saving money like crazy and setting goals for himself. He got his beginners, he wants to buy a car, and now he is talking about staying in the trades when he becomes an adult. All in all, this program has done wonders for my son and for me as a dad. I’m proud of who he becoming and the Bosco program is to thank. Please have him back next year! I can’t explain how thankful I am that he is a part of it!”
- “The reason I would like my child to continue at Don Bosco is because without the help of the incredible staff there, my son would not attend school. They are a very supportive group that encourages my son to achieve his potential.”
- “For the first time she is excited about her future thanks to the Bosco program!”
- “Don Bosco has given him the independence, confidence, and support he needs at this moment in his life. He is comfortable with and trusts his support system there.”
- “I have seen a big improvement in her with schooling and overall attitude since she’s been attending Bosco.”
- “He is engaged in learning and this supports his learning style. It has made a huge difference in many areas of his life.”
- “Amazing school with amazing results!! My third child will be there next year!”
- “Don Bosco has helped my son get his high school education of which he probably would not get otherwise due to his extreme anxiety. Having understanding staff and smaller class size helps him to be able to work towards his educational goals without feeling overwhelmed. Thank you.”
St. Don Bosco Student Testimonials
- “The teachers will sit down and listen to you or your friend not as a teacher, and help you overcome your challenges”
- “The staff at Bosco like to know everyone and know they can help students reach their maximum potential by creating a safe and positive environment for expressing academic difficulties”
- “They give me space when I am frustrated, then I come back when I am ready”
- “They allow students to express themselves freely and build new bonds/relationships”
- “The staff has found other ways to redirect behaviour instead of suspending”
- “Staff are patient and kind and try to create a sense of understanding even when people aren’t listening”
- “Shorter days for students that struggle with attendance caused by any kind of personal issue”
- “They don’t judge or place blame and instead they listen and find solutions together”
- “Giving time for 1-on-1 talks to freely express ourselves when it is needed”
- “Making a safe non-judgmental space for others to talk. Taking time to talk to someone who is having a bad day and making them feel seen”
- “When I got to this school I thought it would be like my home school, I was nervous because I needed a math credit and I suck at math but when I got to this school I realized just how accommodating this school is and I actually got to learn way more than I would’ve ever learned at my home school”
- “Teachers make special assignments for me that are based on my interests”
- “2 hours makes it a lot easier for me to show up and try my hardest”
- “A smaller school helps me because I get more help from teachers”
- “We are able to work at our own pace so we don’t feel rushed or get stressed about completing work”
- “Bosco adapts learning plans to individual student needs by allowing students the resources – example: printing work on paper, rather than electronically and by allowing students a calm, small class size environment, and even having a quiet room”
- “Allowing students to work on their own time/no pressure to keep up with other classmates, which helps students build confidence and discover which learning strategies help the most”
- “Grad parties with our parents”
- “They brought in an Indigenous speaker and connected me so I can express my identity”
- “They let me show my culture and are actually interested”
- “The staff supports me by providing opportunities for LGBTQ involvement”
- “Every week we get a lot of really good food, (pizza, yogurt, bagels) donated and kept in the kitchen for any hungry students”
- “I weigh a lot less than I should and don’t always have an appetite but Bosco’s large variety of food really helps me”
- “Helping manage appointments, making safety plan, debrief rough topics”
- “Helping us when we need financial support, food, help with transportation”
- “They take the time to understand the situation and make a plan for what fits the situation. Provides posters around the school with community connections”
- “Since getting to this school I’ve got so much support with my mental health, even as I struggled I never felt like my teachers gave up on me. I even got help getting my volunteer hours. Teachers supported me in ways my home school never helped, that’s why I brag to my friends”
- “Bosco helps many students with things like taking home food and even having clothing and shoe donations. Bosco also has John Howard Society educate us on wellness”
