Welcome to Student Spotlight! Our Executive Director, Lauren Blaszak, ​interviews
a randomly-selected student about their favorite things, their lives at CTC, and what makes them unique!

May 2025 - Caleb!

Q: How old are you?
A: I am 13 years old.

Q: What is something you love?
​A: I love books.

Q: How do you like your new school?
A: It is my dream.

Q: What do you like to do at CTC?
​A: I like Swings.

Thank you to Ms. Lisa & Ms. Jonelle for facilitating our conversation!

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April 2025 - Ayesha!

Thank you to Mr. Ben for joining us!

Q: How old are you?
A: I am 6 years old.

Q: Who is your favorite friend at school?
A: Isaias

Q: What is your favorite movie?
A: I like Sonic and My Little Pony.

Q: What is your favorite color?
A: I like Rainbow!

Q: What do you like to do at CTC?
A: To go swimming at the YMCA!

Q: Any favorite toys or activities you like to play with your friends?
A: I like water play.

Q: What do you like to do at home?
A: I like to play soccer

Q: Anything else you would like to share with us?
A: I wish I had 2 cats.​

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March 2025 - Lillian!

Q: What is your favorite color?
A: Pink!

Q: What is your favorite snack?
A: Bananas and Pizza.

Q: Who are some of your favorite friends in the Y.A.P.?
A: Chris & Kevin.

Q: Who is your favorite musician?
A: Nicki Minaj!

Q: What are some of your favorite activities?
A: Dancing, YouTube, coloring, and going for a walk. 

Thank you to Ms. Monica for facilitating our conversation!

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February 2025 - Agnes!

Thank you to Ms. Margaret for facilitating our conversation!

Q: How old are you?
A; 14 years old, almost 15!

Q: What is something you really like to do at school?
A: Civics class with Lisa Hodgins.

Q: What is your favorite color?
A: Blue.


Q: What is your favorite movie?
A: Frozen.

Q: Who is one of your favorite friends at CTC?
A: Anastasia!

Q: Where is your favorite place to go on vacation?
A: Florida.

Q: What is your favorite thing to do at home?
A: Go to Girl Scouts!

Q: What is your favorite thing to play at school?
A: Barbie Styling Head with my friends.

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January 2025 - James!

Q: This year, you are graduating from CTC. What is a goal for yourself after you graduate?
A: I want to go to College. I expect to advocate for communication rights for children and adults.

Q: What is one of your favorite memories at CTC? 
A: Sometimes I am asked to help you and Lisa with training Staff, First Responders, and Visitors.
- Yes, you have an amazing gift, James!

Q: Do you have any New Year's resolutions?
A: To be more calm and less goofy... yes, because it is one of my struggles.

Q: Any other thoughts that you would like to share with the school community?
A: This school is the best. 

Thank you to Ms. Lisa for facilitating our conversation!

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​December 2024 - Harper!

Q:What is your favorite color?
A: Pink.

Q: What is one of your favorite books?
​A: "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom".

Q: What brings you the most joy?
A: My family!

Q: What's your favorite movie?
A: "Frozen".

Q: What would you enjoy for Christmas?
A: A Phone.

Q: What is your favorite place to go on vacation?
​A: To Disney World!

​​Thank you to Ms. Victoria for joining us!

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November 2024 - Bellatrix!​

Q: What is your favorite color?
A: Pink!

Q: What is your favorite activity?
A: Coloring and drawing.

Q: Who is your favorite friend at CTC?
A: Ayesha.

Q: What are some of your favorite shows?
A: Peppa, Blippi and Paw Patrol!

Bella loves to be silly and play!

Thank you to Ms. Jodie for joining us!

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​October 2024 - Mary!

Q: How long have you been at CTC?
A: Since Camp. 

Q: Who is your teacher?
A: Nicole.
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Q: What do you like about CTC?
A: Going to the horse farm and watching "Diva" hiccup and sneeze!

Q: What is your favorite Movie?
A: "Trolls".

Q: What do you like to do for fun?
​A: Listen to music. 

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