"School"
Persistence and Triumph
Nov 2023
Looking back over my past 4.5 years of teaching English at Gateway Woods School, one particular student stands out in my mind............
My Heart Remains
May 2023
Sixteen years ago, the year was 2007. George W. Bush was President. The minimum wage was $5.85. The average gallon of gas was $2.80.....
Attitude Adjustments
Mar 2023
When I used to think about how Gateway Woods impacted people’s lives, I assumed it was referring to the residents that were placed at.....
Just Another Tuesday at GWS
Jun 2022
8:00 am: Students start to trickle into Gateway Woods School. After a quick stop at their lockers, they line up for...
The Battle for Her Child's Life
Jan 2022
When I first met Darcey, boy did she ever leave an impression on me! Darcey had been abandoned, let down, and mistreated by...
Josh's Journey
Nov 2021
Josh did not get along well with his parents — and they both knew it. When things at home became distraught, they knew something had to...
The Most Important Subject of All?
Sep 2021
Michael came to Gateway Woods on probation for drug and alcohol issues...
From Houseparent Kid to Intern
Jul 2021
Sacrifice is defined by giving up something worthy or of value for the sake of something else.