“It's hard for kids with autism growing up in the South bronx. There are barely any services for them and resources are limited. But Public Prep teachers have been nothing but a blessing to my son, my family, and all the other scholars with autism in the Boys Prep charter school within the Public Prep Network.

There are two teachers that my family adores so much.The first one is the amazing Ms. Melon, who believed in our son when he's been counted out by other people and schools. His speech delay made things so hard for him to communicate ,make friends, and express the emotions he wanted us to see. Ms. Melon worked so hard with him and because of this effort our son started speaking in full sentences and reading at age 5. I never cried so much in my life with joy. She also worked with my husband and I on things to do at home. We became a strong unit. Now my son has a new teacher, Ms. Powell, who makes it her business to get to know my son for who he truly is. During school events, I’ve witnessed my son speak out loud in front of people, participate, and truly enjoy it. I was shocked because my son would never have done that in the past. Ever! I can call her for advice and she always answers. Our family is so thankful for the support of Public Prep.”