We also placed a permanent page on the school site announcing Dr. Barteau's death with a wonderful article written by our present director, Mr. Shields. Many people not yet on the list who happened upon the school's site were able to learn of his death and contacted the school to offer their condolences. The Alumni and Friends web pages have also made it very easy to collect news of graduates and families and even staff members once associated with the school. It has also allowed us an opportunity to examine how we have prepared our students for their new situations. Alumni news is now posted regularly in the staff rooms and has done much to raise morale.
Teachers like to hear that their students have done well and that they remember their teachers.
Testimonials received from students will also be used in the new school brochure and have been a valuable reinforcement for our teachers and our program. In fact, the Alumni and Friends of our school believe strongly in the school and have a deep affection for it. People are proud of the school and very willing to comment and respond when asked. Until now, the Alumni and Friends Association has taken no steps to solicit funds or donations. The publication of the Alumni and Friends Newsletter is the only cost and the web pages cost the school nothing as I am doing my part on a volunteer basis.