Male Student Parent Days

Male Student Parent Days July 13-14 2006

Total parents attended-20 (one mother left before eval) 19 evaluations received

Rating

(5 is the best, no 1 or 2 scored )	3	4	5	N/A	AVG
1.) Calf Feeding	2	3	13	1	4.6
2.) Parent Support Group	1	2	16		4.8
3.) Parent Seminar	0	4	15		4.8
4.) Meeting with Teachers	2	13	4		4.1
5.) Equine Therapy	0	2	17		4.9
6.) Ropes Activities	1	1	16	1	4.8
7.) Horsemanship	3	4	8	4	4.3
8.) Talent Show	2	7	10		4.4
9.) Meals	0	5	14		4.7
10.) Slide show presentation	0	5	14		4.7
11.) Overall Rating	0	4	13	2	4.8

Parent Comments;
Suggestions/comments/strengths/weaknesses

• Needed an introduction to horsemanship skills, progression etc.
• We had a wonderful time and learned a lot.
• Liked most the students interaction with parents, also thought the equine therapy was excellent learning tool.
• I enjoyed and benefited greatly from the weekend. Highlights included seeing our son’s growth, honesty & insight. Connecting with our son, by means of the cross talk, seminar, & equine, I felt I learned a lot about boundaries.
• Since this was my fist parent days I don’t have anything to judge it by other than our son’s previous school. The structure and the informality of the sessions made for a very enjoyable and informative visit. I have nothing but the utmost respect for everyone at D.R. Thanks for a great weekend
• I missed some events due to looking after my other son, but enjoyed the bits I could attend. We are delighted to see improvement in Matthew and have a chance to interact with him in the Ranch activities.
• We have a lot of confidence in this program. It’s great to talk with other parents who have been through challenging experiences with their kids.
• Great food, friendly staff, fun and entertaining talent show. Include kids more in parent seminar, but continue to have some parents’ only time.
• Everything went smoothly the second time around and working in smaller groups we got better & did things quicker. Everything was just wonderful. Thank you to all.
• We’re going to miss this place & everyone here.
• Having a parent day just for the boys was very good. We were able to concentrate on issues related to our sons without the extra issues associated with the girls.
• It was wonderful! Can’t think of anything I’d change.
• I appreciated the tone that the staff created. The days together provide us with lots of opportunities and experiences to grow as a family. I learned a lot about our family dynamics as well as myself. I appreciated the warmth, openness and directness of staff (all staff). I feel like I get a chance to connect with other parents. This community is special-the warmth and caring are apparent. Thank you all!

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