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Dear Staff of Midwest Academy:

Fourteen months ago, we placed our daughter, Laura, in your care with complete trust. This trust came from both our despair and our hope for something better. In our desperation, we could not have imagined the accomplishments that we have achieved today as individuals and as a family.

With the care and guidance of your staff, along with Laura's hard work, you have returned our daughter to us. Without the genuine love and support that the staff has given to Laura, we could not have completed this journey. From the administration to the family reps to those who touched Laura's life each and every day, words cannot express the giving, nurturing and love that pours out from each of you.

Laura's academic success is a part of her overall accomplishment as well. Completing her final 2 years of high school in 12 months and achieving a 3.64 GPA is something we could not have imagined possible. The academic advisors and teachers along with the curriculum and Laura's commitment to the goal have made all of this possible. All of this and the opportunity that being named the valedictorian for the PC3 high school graduating class for August 2005 are a crowning achievement.

Along with the return of our beautiful daughter, this program has also gifted us with a family relationship that we could not have imagined. Working the program for ourselves and expecting nothing less than completion from Laura has gotten us to this place. Fourteen months ago, we did not understand our own contribution to the family situation we had created. With the insight offered by the program, we now can go forward and be the best we can be as individuals and as a family.

We are forever grateful for the program and the staff of Midwest!

Ed & Cathy B.

"It does not take many words to sum up what Midwest Academy in Keokuk, Iowa means to our family and what it has done to basically save the life of our 16 year old daughter! It will be a 15 month period in our lives that none of us will EVER forget!!This Program not only builds back the character in the lives of our children, but it also serves as a HUGE wake up call for Moms & Dads!!! As I stated in my Focus Seminar, this Program would be beneficial to EVERYONE in the world!!! ....... Regardless!!
Personally speaking, this past 15 months has changed my life and it has been changed for the better!!
I guess I would have to say that 'the Jury is still out' as far as the Academic aspect is concerned. My daughter will start her Junior year in high school in a couple of weeks and certainly hope that she can continue with her academic achievements when she gets back into the classroom with 25 other students.
Taylor's entire family was 100% committed to this Program and there was never any question whether we would Graduate the Program!
When Taylor realized that her family was supporting her 100% on every phase of this Program, ... she became highly motivated and the intensity level really kicked into high gear!
Again, .. this entire process can be summed up as a LIFE SAVING EXPERIENCE!!!!!!!, .... And one that NONE of our family will ever forget!!

Don G. Taylor G.

To be honest, I really don't know where to start. Our son, Steve, has been in the program since February 10, 2004. He started at Casa By the Sea in Mexico and then transferred to Midwest Academy on September 15, 2004. We don't know where our son would be today if it weren't for the help of the very dedicated staff at Midwest Academy. At the time of sending Steve to the program, it was the hardest thing that we have done as parents but knew we were doing the right thing. To have to send our son away from home to make a change in his life for the better, was unheard of. We have been committed to our son's program and also committed to our program. The staff at MWA has been very supportive and amazing. You couldn't have told us 18 months ago we would be where we are today without the help of the staff. We especially want to thank Mr. Donnie, Mr. Bill, Ms. Pam, Mr. Devin, Mr. Ben and the full nursing staff, to name a few, for always being there for Steve. Everyday that went by, needless to say, we thought about and missed our son very much, but knew he was in great hands and that we didn't have to worry. We were informed of his progress in the program and school. Our program has helped us to take this journey together and we will never regret what we have done. We would stress to every parent that your seminars are just as important as what your child is doing at MWA. The seminars are fabulous. It has changed our whole family. Trust the program is what we were told and thank god we did. Now it is time for Steve to graduate and come home. We all know if there is anything that we need, the staff at MWA will be there for us. Good Luck to all the families that need the support at MWA.

Doug and Cheryl

We thank God for Midwest Academy! Without the Program we do not know where our daughter would be, but we do know that none of us would be standing in the place of excellence that we are standing in today. Academically, our daughter earned enough credits to put her ahead for her Junior year of high school. Because of the seminars, she acquired life skills and tools she will be able to utilize in resisting the trouble she found before the Program. She can now stand for her own life in all situations. We participated fully in the parent seminars, and our parent program thrived because of it. The seminars are vital to families who want to create lasting change. When we began the Program, we committed to completion. Our daughter knew her ticket home was Program graduation. Our commitment was one way we could show her that we were standing for her life and her excellence. She rose to the challenge. We feel that one of the most important things parents can do is support their child as he/she makes accomplishments in the Program. Our daughter responded to us as we gave her encouragement. And at the end of it all, we're proud to say that we've got a Midwest Academy Graduate, and a whole and healthy family.

Robert and Amanda F.

Daughter Jade F.

Dear Staff of Midwest Academy,

            Our daughter, Erin V. joined your family on March 27th, 2004.   It was the decision that changed our life forever.   We were terrified.   How do you come up with enough courage to send your daughter to a school out of state, not be able to talk to or see her and still realize she is in the best of care?

            Erin is where she needs to be at this time of her life.   She is a scared little girl right now-but she is safe and well cared for.   We thank you for taking our child and helping us to make her realize she is a beautiful, intelligent person.   If our dear daughter was not in your hands at this time of her life, we dare not think of where she could have been in a few years.

            Thank you for all that you do for her.

Linda and Don V.

Dear People at Midwest Academy,

Thank you for being there when our family was in such crisis. Your program has brought our son "back to us," with a turn around in his attitude I could hardly imagine in my wildest dreams. Thank you for being there for us as parents, too. Helping us to see how our part can fit better into a happy, healthy family.

We also hope that the rest of our journey can be as successful and rewarding and look forward to our continuing relationship.

Yours Sincerely,

Kathryn M.

To the Staff at Midwest Academy,

I would like to take a few minutes to say thank you for all the hard work and guidance you provided for my son Victor along with the support and understanding to my husband and I .Deciding to make a change and enroll Victor was a group decision and I'm grateful for that. Thank you Mike Holker for keeping us updated in Victor's progress. Thank you for all your patience and answering all our questions. Looking forward to continuing to work together as a team to achieve our goals and have Victor graduate.

Sincerely,

Veronica M.

A year later........

A year ago today Kipp and I and Klay drove the 3 hour drive to a place called Midwest Academy.

Kipp drove, I cried, Klay slept. I knew in my heart we were doing the right thing, but it still hurt.

I walked into MWA knowing I would find something I didn't like about it. Well I didn't, the staff was absolutely wonderful, they welcomed us with open arms. Kipp and I were given a tour while they took inventory of Klay's things. As I walked through I remembered thinking "how long will this take?"

We returned to the parent room to say our good-bye's. I will never forget the words my 13 year-old said to me "let go Mom and let me get better". I did not want to let go but I knew if I didn't I was going to lose him forever. So I did what he asked I "let go and to let God". Kipp & I turned and left. That was the longest 3 hour drive I had ever taken. I remembered telling Kipp our next step was a seminar called "Discovery". I didn't know what it was but I was going no matter what. Well it was awesome, we left Discovery and told each other we are running to Focus not walking. Again Awesome. We are now about to attend our 4th Keys.

This journey has been a blessing. I have my son back. He is making his own choices and learning to love life. I have a wonderful marriage and a beautiful daughter that I have been able to be a Mother to. Sooo many new friends.

I had someone ask me would I change anything from a year ago today. My response is "no there are no accidents" I have my life back and my family is wonderful and we are going to "live" each day to the fullest.

We will go the Distance..............

Wanted to share.

Love & Hugs,

Kelly

Dear Staff at Midwest Academy,

I write this letter as I graduate Focus to let you know how important you are in my life. You have taken my son Daniel's life into your hands and are saving it. Words cannot express my gratitude for all your work and dedication to him and all the students in your card. I know, without a doubt, that if it were not for you and your care of him, he would have been dead or close to it. I trust in this program and the process he is going through with your guidance. I know that, with your loving care of him, he will emerge on the other side, at PCIII=graduation, as the young man he was always meant to be. He will make it there to fulfill his potential because there are people such as you who care enough about the lives of others to dedicate yourselves to them and their program. I thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are an inspiration to me and others. You have saved Daniel's life and mind. May God Bless you always.

Sincerely,

Gloria C.

To the Staff at Midwest Academy,

We would like to acknowledge how much it has meant to us to know Greg is in a safe and loving environment. We understand how difficult he can be. When the walls come down we hope the old Greg will be introduced to you. The calmness in our house is wonderful; the cell phone not ringing all the time is calming. We are getting our lives back into good shape along with our bodies and mind. If it wasn't for all of you and what wonderful commitment you all have, I really do not know what would have become of Greg. Thank you all from the very bottom of our hearts. 4's to all of you.
Susan T. & Greg T.

Midwest Academy

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