Addi attended public school from preschool to 11th grade. We had really good luck all the way through with caring teachers and counselors who worked tirelessly with us to help Addi be successful in school. However, for whatever reason, sophomore year was a struggle. We realized that without the consistent support of adults who really understood Addi, the large, loud, and overwhelming high school was taking a toll on her - and we couldn’t see just how much of an impact until making the change to move to Miriam.  

Leo recently enjoyed a pizza party with his classmates. The occasion? Leo achieved a BIG goal in reading - and more quickly than expected!

When Barrett started elementary school, her parents realized she would need more support than her current environment was providing. When she started at Miriam School in second grade, they quickly saw her confidence begin to increase.

As a first-time mother, I found out while pregnant with my daughter Starlit that I was sick with an environmental cancer. I was told that if I had not been pregnant, they may not have found my cancer in time to save me. I was determined then to do whatever was best for my precious daughter, no matter what. At that time, this meant I would win this battle so I could watch her grow.

Today, 25-year-old Elizabeth Culligan is a disability advocate, an inspirational Instagrammer, and a podcast host. She attributes much of her drive and determination to her elementary and middle school years at Miriam.

Michael describes Miriam as “a loving, learning space where students and staff can connect with each other,” and I could not agree more. Every experience I’ve had with teachers and staff shows how deeply they believe in the Miriam program, and all the students, and how strongly they support the parents!

Jack’s journey at Miriam just began in August 2023, in fifth grade. This was his first school year, but it has already made such a difference in his schooling and his life.

Jonathan’s love for Miriam is palpable. Since first grade, he has embraced its opportunities for growth and success.

Walking through the hallway at Miriam High School, it is impossible to miss Ethan’s big, friendly smile. His positive attitude and good nature emanate from that smile, and you know he’s someone you want to meet. 

When Anneliese Flynn thinks of Miriam, she thinks about the supportive community she and her family have found here.

Just four years ago, Luke was struggling in his first year of high school – Now Luke says he is “forging new frontiers” in college.

When Sarah came to Miriam and began to receive support in all of the areas she needed – and even in ways she didn’t realize she needed – that spunk began to resurface.

Beau goes home each night and talks excitedly about fun activities, good friends and academic accomplishments. It hasn’t always been that way for the third-grader, though.

Larissa and Todd hated seeing Lauren so anxious about going to school each day, and they knew something needed to change in order for Lauren to find success...

When Drake’s mom, Amy, first suggested that he volunteer at the Miriam Switching Post over the summer, the high school junior was skeptical...

Until high school, Luke had been successful in a traditional public school setting. However, when he started ninth grade, things started to look and feel very different. 

Julianne, who will be a junior at Miriam Academy in the fall, started at Miriam in first grade. Read below what her mom, Chris, has to say about her daughter’s 10-year journey at Miriam.

When Kaden was ready to start kindergarten, his parents discovered Miriam and hoped it would meet his special needs and allow him to thrive in school. 

Teresa Basler knows that when she drops her son, Anton, off at Miriam Academy each morning, he is right where he’s supposed to be.