About two weeks ago, I had the opportunity to experience the difference that Huntington make in lives of students. I asked seventh grader Arin how she had felt that Huntington in East Brunswick, NJ had helped her, or if she felt if it had helped her at all. Her response? "I'm not afraid to read anymore." Arin explained that prior to beginning her sessions at Huntington she dreaded when teachers called on her to read, and would often simply refuse to answer. Today, Arin proudly says that she is not embarrassed of the way she sounds when reading aloud and that she is confident in her abilities.

Recently Arin's father teared up when he realized how far his daughter had come in such a short time. He said he could only imagine what a difficult time she must have been having before Huntington. Arin has become a more confident and motivated student, but just as exciting is that she realizes and feels good about the progress she has made.

FROM: Arin