Dear Editor,
I grew up walking to Claypit Hill School, in a neighborhood amongst streets without sidewalks, and I bought a house by Happy Hollow, with every intention of walking my kids to school each day.
When my children were diagnosed with Dyslexia, a learning difference that makes reading very difficult, I was thrilled that we had an internationally renowned school close by that could support their learning.
Carroll School has repeatedly impressed me with their compassion and intentionality in supporting my kids and their classmates with language based learning disabilities. I have seen first hand how this special place has given struggling children the tools to thrive. Our community is incredibly lucky to have one of the very few specialized schools like this nearby. It is truly a gift, and a resource that I am so thankful to have so close.
I strongly support their thoughtful plans to enhance their ability to educate my children and their peers. While nearly 20% of people struggle to read, there is a lack of schools that provide the specialized teaching that benefits the most affected, to the extent that I have friends who drive over an hour each day, or have relocated from across the state and around the world to be able to send their children to this transformative place. The planned expansion will allow Carroll to reach more students to give them the education that they deserve and desperately need, positively changing the trajectory of their lives.
Wayland has a tradition of educational excellence. We are incredibly lucky to have this unique and awesome institution within our community. The Carroll School is certainly worthy of support.
Zachary Tofias
Old Farm Circle
