My name is Robert and I attended West Ridge Academy from 1995 to June 2000. Prior to coming to West Ridge, I suffered from several years of abuse and neglect as a young child, including being burned. I still wear the burn scars on my chest from the abuse. I also suffered from an eating disorder and had little success in school. West Ridge contributed to the transformation in my life. I was able to succeed in school with the smaller class sizes and with the teachers who were able to get through to a youth with a variety of problems. I am able to function in society because the staff never gave up on me. The home parents and living with a foster family taught me how to accept love and allow myself to be loved. My life prior to West Ridge lacked this important piece of the puzzle. I’m currently attending UVU in Orem and sing in several choirs there. I also volunteer to the serve the disabled.
#1 by John on July 12, 2012 - 12:57 pm
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I have known Robert for many years and I have enjoyed watching him grow, mature and become the man who he is today. He always is serving others and never speaks unkindly of others. Truly a great example for us all.