Leah Carlin, Craig Larson, Esteban Medina, Dr. Gwendolyne Walker-Qualls, Doug Hill, Conchita Benson, Marilyn Thivel, Manuel Ruiz, Pat Woytek.

Frequently, things go as you dream. Sometimes, they don’t. Two of our daughters, adopted from harsh conditions in Russia, presented to OPRF High School with real and severe problems with learning and social interactions. They were referred to the Special Education Department at OPRF High School where we have worked with this extraordinarily professional, collegial, empathic, and effective team to help us through the hardest times in our lives.

Everyone on this list had a key role in getting the girls what they needed to get us where we are today. Everyone on this list is there for other families in Oak Park, too. Everyone on this list deserves the highest praise and recognition at the highest levels.

With thanks,

The Hayden family

Oak Park

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