Hi Kids,

I was so proud being asked to come to your school. You are so kind and nice to me.

You kids were wonderful. I really loved your posters. I was really happy. One boy was so happy that he came all by himself to the night speech. The boy told me that people laughed at him too and still do because of being different, but I told him not to worry it’s what’s on the inside that counts. I told him someday when he gets his grade 12 he could help me to learn to read and write.

Thank you so much for encouraging me to keep on going.

Love,

Arnie

A extra note from Janet Lee and Arnie:

Special thanks to Kathleen Roth for her loving attention to detail and for making our visit to Connaught Public School so special.

Thank you also to Principal, Judy Morgan and literacy coach, Val Cuthbert. We were inspired by the community of Connaught Public School. You are truly making a difference with your students and the caring adults supporting them. Bravo!

Finally, to the Miss White and her amazing creative students...thank you! The banners you made for our arrival were so fantastic! Your extra efforts made us feel welcomed and appreciated!

Please comment to us below. We look forward to hearing your thoughts about Arnie’s message of hope.