We express our gratitude to our therapy dog handler Carol Boyle for donating her talents to design our banner.
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GREETINGS FROM THE NOR'WESTER READERS TEAM!
We are thrilled to connect with you through our website and hope that you will find answers to your questions about our program and services. We are making every effort to provide you with timely information about Nor'wester Readers Canine Assisted Learning Program. Please continue to visit to acquire news and updated information.
Champion Balrion Weathertop Nor'wester, CGC Founding Therapy Dog of Nor'wester Readers Owned and handled by Wendi Huttner
OUR MISSION STATEMENT:
The goal of the Nor'wester Readers Canine Assisted Learning Program is to utilize registered therapy dog teams who will work cooperatively with public school teachers to support and build student motivation, enhance focus, and increase task persistence. The presence of our therapy dog teams will offer a stress free learning environment which will increase student self esteem and confidence.
"The patience exhibited by Sadie while my students read to her was outstanding! She allowed the children to pet her, lie on her, kiss her, and made them feel safe, secure, and valued. Her presence provided an encouraging, welcoming, and loving environment where disabilities became abilities. I am so grateful for the positive impact Sadie had upon my students, and I eagerly look forward to continuing the Nor'wester Readers program next year." (KJ, Richboro Elementary)
DOROTHY H. GLESSNER MEMORIAL
Nor'wester Readers has recently received donations to the organization in memory of Dorothy H. Glessner, mother of Deborah Glessner, co-director and volunteer therapy dog handler. We would like to express our appreciation to the following inidividuals: Estelle Gurwood, Nan Muska, Ed and Dee Schiffer, Ellen Short, Susan VanNess, Dolores Uphoff, Sally Conyne and Frank Gill, Frances Flanagan, Kathy Gamble, Karen and Ed McAllister, Deborah Glessner, Mary Virginia Steib-Hales.
