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Wellspring blames Bankruptcy on Counselor/ Riot
Anonymous:
I just discovered this site today while trying to find out what happened to Wellspring. I was at Wellspring in the mid-90's as a patient and staff-member. It was small then with only a handful of staff members and residents. I never observed any of the bad behavior by staff or by Bob described and insinuated on this site. I believe that Bob had a great concept... take troubled kids out of their tumultuous environment and bring them to an isolated farm for intensive counseling, farm work (Lord knows today's kids need this), and personalized education. Maybe Bob was arrogant at times, but he had a lot of excellent qualities also. Sharon was great, and had a loving spirit. The food was excellent (maybe a little too fattening). It was like a family. As it grew slightly larger, things got slightly more difficult. I kept up with Wellspring only sporadically since 1997, but I am sure that such tremendous growth inevitably led to even more chaos, because most of the kids were severely troubled. I wish now that Wellspring had remained small. I am sure there was plenty of blame to go around for its demise.
I am sorry that so much controvery engulfed a place that brought me and others I knew such peace and piece of mind.
Anonymous:
I agree with your comments. Actually, I agree with a large majority of the comments listed on this web site. I was a science teacher (for only several months)and it only took a few days to realize that Bob and his school was a fraud. It does not surprise me that he would blame the Bankruptcy on a counselor. He is not going to take any responsibility for his actions. Unfortunately, for Bob it is very possible that he will be forced to take responsibility. During the few months employed, I witness Bob constantly abuse the students and staff. I never was witness any physical abuse, however, verbal and mental abuse was very much present. Extending this comment, Bob also would place blame on every parent for the reasons why the student's past behavior was so exceptional and because of the parent, the only choice remaining for the student was Bob's school or prison. This was only when the parent(s) were not present. What seemed so exceptional was a majority of the student's behavior was not exceptional but normal. From an education stand, most students preformed well in the classroom and tested above average. However, I was instructed (and I assume others were as well)that each student was to recieve a passing mark regardless of performance. I would not followed the directive. Finally, I was released by Bob because I would not agree to testify, in writing, that I was witness to a student breaking into the med locker and taking prescription medicine. I was informed the student's was giving another student prescribe medicine by mistake. The fact of the matter was, I never witnessed either act and therefore, was not going to testify otherwise. Later that day a meeting was held with other staff members and I was released. Once off the campus, Bob placed a stop payment on my paycheck. I still have the canx check and would like to know who I can contact to fax a copy.
Anonymous:
Interesting. I was probably the science teacher that followed you. Ditto your comments and observations. I stayed only a couple of months and left on my own. My last check bounced as well.
Anonymous:
Bob and Sharon, sons, wifes and grandchildren still live in the vicinity. Bob's home looks over Birch Creek Development from the mountain side and he can watch the development happening. Yes Sharon's brother is ONE of the new owners. There are 6 NEW owners and Bob has NOTHING to do with it. The first home is being built in the development as we speak. Lots have been sold, ponds have been dammed and filled and roads are going in. NO SCHOOL!! :wave:
OverLordd:
Good news, very good news.
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