Rowynn’s Summer Learning

Rowynn is a very energetic six year old girl who enjoys animals, being outside, and recently started dance class. At age two she was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder with speech impairment. She struggles with social interaction, self awareness of safe situations and sensory processing. 

The Same year as Rowynn’s diagnosis she began attending therapy sessions and classes at Marian Hope Center for Children. The Marian Hope Center has played a crucial role in her everyday life and growth, from speech and feeding therapy to physical development. Rowynn’s family applied for assistance with tuition for the summer Multi-Sensory Academic Enrichment Class, a four days/week class where Rowynn will learn to follow rules, routines, and procedures while furthering her academic skills. Continuing the class through the summer will allow Rowynn to receive the support she needs to work on self-regulation and social skills. She will practice specific strategies during social settings in the classroom and on the playground. She will learn to master her own responses and avoid escalation. 

The Love Fund understands the importance of early intervention and supported the program’s ultimate goal of helping Rowynn successfully transition to a traditional school setting in the fall. We can’t wait to see Rowynn’s light shine bright in our community as she continues in her academic journey!

“By continuing to increase her skills and confidence in an accepting and loving environment, Rowynn is on her way to realizing her potential - something we believe every child should have the opportunity to do.”

— Sara English and Crystal Young, Rowynn’s Therapists