The most important lesson I have learned is perseverance; because when I was in first grade I could not read or do things as well as most kids in my grade. Therefore, I got held back, but after a while...
Our Stories
While at The Schenck School, students learn to advocate for themselves and to celebrate their dyslexia. We invite you to read about their journey with dyslexia.
During my elementary years, when it came to academics my self-esteem was pretty much non- existent. It was very evident at a young age that I was severely behind my peers in reading and writing.
My favorite memory of The Schenck School was learning how to write papers with Ms. Calamari. In the beginning of sixth grade, I...
Sometimes the biggest changes in life are the best ones. For me that change was dyslexia.
I'm a big fan of war movies, Saving Private Ryan, Enemies at the Gate, A Bridge Too Far, Band of Brothers. There's a scene common to many of these films where...
Kelly Sibley Henry ('93)
During my elementary years, when it came to academics my self-esteem was pretty much non- existent. It was very evident at a young age that I was severely behind my peers in reading and writing.
My parents made the decision to send me to The Schenck School, and I vehemently protested the idea. It took a lot of pushing and prying to get me in the doors those first weeks of school.
This decision was one of the very BEST things that ever happened to me. I learned how to utilize my strengths, and the teachers began to shine a light on what I was really good at. My confidence after my two years at The Schenck School completely transformed me.
I left Schenck and attended Woodward Academy's transition academic program. Thanks to The Schenck School, I finally had the skills to soar in a mainstream school environment. I graduated from Woodward, attended The University of San Diego, and later received a master's degree from The Citadel.
Although my academics were a great success, what was more magical is that I had the confidence to go for my dream to travel the world and build my own business. I truly believe The Schenck School played a major role in laying the foundation for this great success. I can confidently say I do not think I would be in this amazing position had I not had the Schenck School teachers and community show me how unique, talented, and smart I am.
I now live bi-coastal with my husband and two-year-old baby while running my business, Bamboo Juices, at Serenbe Farms and delivering to households all over Atlanta. Never in my wildest childhood dreams did I think I would build a million dollar business!
It takes some insane organizational skills to manage it all, but The Schenck School taught me how to keep everything in certain places and compartmentalize each task, so I am in one place at one time. One task, one challenge, one moment, and one day at a time.
I am forever grateful for the skills and confidence Schenck instilled in me and am excited to hear and see more success stories from future Schenck School alumni.