Saturday, February 2, 2013

2013 LDASC Volunteer of the Year

 
South Carolina is proud to recognize Carol S. Sunderman, Ph.D. as an outstanding volunteer from our state.  Carol first became involved in LDA of SC in 1980.  After attending the national LDA conference in Atlanta, GA, Carol and her colleague Jan Valle used information from that conference to establish a support group for parents of students with learning disabilities.  This group met monthly in the evening and was held in their portable classroom. The group became so popular that it grew from a few students’ mothers to fathers, grandparents, neighbors and friends of the students.  Carol and Jan continued this support group for five years.

Carol joined the LDA of SC affiliate in 1980 and has served on the state board during two periods of time for approximately 8 years. She also served as the president of LDA of SC from 1996 -2002.  While president Carol coordinated several state meetings that included noted speakers such as Dr. Larry Silver and Dr. Cecil Mercer.

Over three decades Carol has provided assistance to families of children with learning disabilities via individual consulting, assistance with IEP and placement meetings, and numerous presentations at local, state and national meetings. 

Carol holds degrees in Geography/Geology, Special Education (learning disabilities), and Education Administration. She is a retired SC school district administrator and member of St. Peter’s parish in Columbia, SC. Currently Carol volunteers at St. Peter’s Catholic School as the curriculum consultant.  Her duties include working with teachers developing curriculum for divergent learners, assisting with children who have special needs, analyzing test scores and evaluating data, and individual consulting with families.  

LDA of SC is very appreciative of all Dr. Carol Sunderman has done for its affiliate. Dr. Carol Sunderman serves as a fine example of what can be accomplished with hard work and dedication.  LDA of SC is honored to recognize Dr. Carol S. Sunderman as an outstanding volunteer in the state of SC.

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