A Story of Hope and Determination

Grace LaJoy had a rough childhood. Her mother abandoned her and her family when she was two. Her father left town, leaving her and siblings in a house alone. And she spent several years in foster care. But LaJoy persevered. She finished college while raising two children, got involved with her church and became an author, inspirational speaker and workshop facilitator. Now, LaJoy is sharing her life story in her new book A Gifted Child in Foster Care: A Story of Resilience. She wants the book to not only serve as an inspiration to at-risk children, but also to change educators attitudes toward at-risk youth.

Category:

Education

Tags:

• foster care
• grace lajoy
• a gifted child in foster care
• gifted
• gifted student
• educators
• inspirational story
• memoir
• reading comprehension
• grade-level expectations
• GLEs
• character education

[lenny301]

Grace, I'm glad we found each other. I always wondered where was my grandmother's family. I just could not stop wondering. Your story is remarkable, and you are a great inspiration to others!! I'm so proud of my cousin!!

[gracelajoy]

@lenny301 Thank you Denise! I am proud of you as well. You have been busy over the years spreading God's love through comedy!

[a7lawald2010]

Thank You

[juliefederico]

Dr. LaJoy

I enjoyed your viedo. Your story of survival is amazing and remarkable.

I work at a middle school and know how important it is for children who

are gifted to be discovered so that they can receive services. I am so glad

people were put in your path to help you.

Julie Federico

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