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| These testimonials are from principals and educators in Lincoln County School District. |
| From Principals and Administrators of Lincoln County Schools | |
 Thanks Walt! |
"Walt has created an absolutely unique program to encourage young people. It has succeeded far beyond my initial projection. It has encouraged many youngsters to read who would have never read except for mandated assignments." Mr. John Baird Taft Middle School Principal (retired) |
| When Principal Baird was asked by a local radio interviewer whether the Reading Rewards program had made any difference in his middle school, "Unbelievably! Twice as many students are readers than before the program began." | |
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| "The program that Walt supports for the students of Taft Middle School is unique and truly encourages growth in reading." Mr. Steve Kilduff Taft Middle School Principal | |
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| "Walt Behrens' Literacy Foundation has inspired children to read; the greatest gift you can give a child!" Mr. Tom Zandoli Oceanlake Grade School Principal | |
| From Educators of Lincoln County Schools | |
| "Dear Walt and Nancy, You make our little corner of the world a little brighter with all your continuing support. Thank you." Rob, Computer Instructor |
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 On the Bus |
"Dear Walt and Nancy, Thank you for another year of supporting our students. We've had some wonderful field trips and stage plays in spite of budget cuts. The children always enjoy earning the checks for reading. That's a double benefit. Thank you for all you do." Julie Clark Ocean Lake School |
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| "Dear Walt and Nancy, Thank you so much for your caring support of our students. ...At second grade, students learn to swim and you paid for our bus to the pool.... Because of you, these students have a skill that may someday save their life or the life of another. Because of you, these students are able to swim, which will contribute to their health, well-being, and leisure time activity choices as they grow to adults." Sincerely, Carol Rush Second Grade Teacher | |
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"Dear Walt and Nancy, Thank you again for all you have done for our schools and students. Our first grade field trip was a hilight for all my students this year. We went to the Oregon Coast Aquarium and it was great. Also we went to the Gilbert House. On each of the trips my students took classes that expanded their knowledge and experience. Thanks again for your support and generosity." Ellen Gerl |
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| "Dear Walt and Nancy, I want to express my sincere thanks to both of you for your monterey contributions to our students at Taft Elementary. The help you gave to my students has opened the door to creative, dramatic and extended literature opportunities and motivation, to read and expand their minds. The dedication that you have made in this community is highly respected and admired. Once again my sincere thanks," Joileen Latham |
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"Dear Walt and Nancy, I wish to personally thank you both for your very kind generosity and dedication to literacy at our schools. Because of your support our students are becoming more involved in the love of reading. We value both of you very much. Once again, seven years of thanks!" Darlene Paul |
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| "Dear Walt and Nancy, Thank you for all the different ways that you support and encourage the young people of Lincoln City. Thanks for all the field trips to the Aquarium, the plays in Portland, Fort Clatsop, Cape Perpetua and the State Capitol. All these field trips have helped our students learn about life outside Lincoln City. Thank you for your support of reading. This is a fundamental skill for all people. With your encouragement we are helping our students become better readers. Thank you for all your support." Robert Helms |
 Personal Note of Thanks |
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"Dear Walt and Nancy, Thank you for helping to foster a love of literacy in our community. Happy we are when we read from the books you have so generously donated to us. Amazing stories, gripping tales, stunning conclusions, the excitement never ends. Not a day goes by without lovingly holding a good book in our hands. Kind and caring are two words that come to mind when we think of you. You are so very special and appreciated. One thank you is not nearly enough for all the wonderful things for all the wonderful things you do for our children. Under every book is another one to read." Laura Sogge |
| "Thanks again for giving our students the opportunity to have some 'culture'. Some are still having a difficult time understanding why people didn't talk, and that a story can be told through dance and music." Sincerely, C. Anderson | |
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