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Download or read book Voices written by Julie Chelagat Bore Ph.D. and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2011-11-16 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a compilation of true stories highlighting experiences of teenagers with disabilities in an urban high schoolJessica, thought she could conceive when already pregnant; Shirley, haunted by an abortion; Bill, homeless and addicted to drugs; Matt, felt unwanted; Wang, so disturbed he wanted to join his deceased mother; Paul, scarred physically and emotionally that he reacted like a volcano; Patrick, desired to be Patricia; Singh, Anyango, and Peggy, victims of brutal bullying; Abel, consumed and sold drugs; Parker, smoked marijuana with his uncle; Shirley, rejected by those she thought loved her. Depicted are supportive parents and those who enabled their childrens inappropriate behaviors. Also described are students who inspired the author during times of desperation and those who reignited her hope in her many troubled students. The conclusion outlines crucial information and data that pertain to children with disabilities - special education, homelessness, teen pregnancy, parental involvement, etc.