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Did I read correctly that the results have been quite remarkable. The drop out rate that might have been expected did not occur at all--

With that group.

In fact, I'm not sure there were any drop outs. I think there some that moved away.

Some moved away, yes. I think those that moved away, if they continue they are still eligible for this commitment of his.

Yes. Was his name [ ] Lang?

Lang. That was a really innovative--very humane, simple sort of approach.

Now, to your knowledge, were those kids fairly representative in capability of that type of school?

I would presume so, as far as I know.

So, in other words, when he held out this hope he gave them the motivation. He removed any tendencies toward despair and frustration.