Avery’s Journey at Quest
When Avery was approaching school age, her family was told she’d be placed in a classroom of over 30 students in the public system, with no support aide, until she failed. They knew she needed more.
When Avery first arrived at Quest, she was non-verbal and struggled with even the simplest transitions. Group settings caused meltdowns, and communication felt out of reach.
But at Quest, she found something different: a team that didn’t see her as a challenge, but as a capable learner with so much to give.
With the right support, Avery began to thrive.
She learned to communicate, first with visuals, then with spoken words. She started making friends, learning routines, and participating in class.
Now, Avery is confidently reading, writing, and doing math. She’s part of the school’s Coffee Cart program, where she practices real-world skills like handling money and customer service. She even recently performed on stage, an experience that once felt out of reach for her family.
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