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Stephen's
Story
Stephen was referred by a Head Teacher.
He did not talk much, nor have any friends.
Now he has a circle, he has friends and
his self-esteem, confidence and communication
have improved as a direct result of having
a circle of friends around and supporting
him. From originally only having four
volunteers, Stephen's circle has grown
and he now has friends
in his circle. His class teacher, from
being a bit doubtful about Stephen's participation
and the benefits of him having a circle,
has since volunteered to help out at The
Scorpion's summer outing with Dreamtime,
and also offered herclassroom as a venue
for circle meetings. More recently, from
Stephen not talking or joining in, to
being fully included into everyday school
life where he is today; for example Stephen
has been chosen to act as a school
monitor at lunchtimes. He has
friendship, he is included
- fantastic!
The
Scorpion's summer outing to Broughty Ferry
Beach.
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When
we asked Stephen's circle of friends 'Who
is Stephen?'; this is what they said:-
'He is very imaginative' - James
'He is funny and he is
always cheerful' - Pat
'He's classic' - Michael
'He is good at sport'
'He's good at football'
'He is sharing, kind and
a loving person' - Dionne
'He's fun to be with' - James
'Stephen is very funny
and is good at football' - Craig
'Has a great sense of humour - Ethan
'He's funny & kind' - Hannah
'He's up for a laugh' - Stuart
'He is good at basketball' - Paddy (Patrick)
'He's great at running' - Ethan
' He's simply best' - Patrick
'He is a great friend'
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