((Crohn– A crowd of children echoed the name Gary Payetton II from Golden State Warriors while appearing in his camp. The shooting goalkeeper hosts his annual basketball camp for Oakland Hill in the gym.
Dozens of children who meet to learn basketball are trained in various techniques and skills for a greater purpose. The mission of the Gary Payton II camp is to bring awareness about dyslexia and aims to break down barriers and build paths for success for young learners.
Tell Gary Payton II Kron4 that the purpose of the camp is “to appear [the campers] It is okay to speak, speak, ask for help, just get out of your shell, get out of your area, your uncomfortable area, and try new things. ”
The son of the basketball legend and his compatriot from Auckland Gary Biton said he was not always ready to tell his story about his hard -to -read journey. He revealed to Kon4.com that the catalyst was an encouragement from his uncle. Gary’s mother, Monic Bayton, GPII, is the CEO.
His sister, Rakille Payeton Celsi, is the chief of staff participating in the institution.
“[The camp] “You are really outside the semester, building confidence in these students, and talking to their peers, not about school work,” said Payetton Childs. Small competition is always good. The camp is intended for the indigenous population in Auckland and children alike to go out, have good time, talk to their peers, laugh with their peers, learn some skills and meet GP2. “
The camp provides 75 free scholarships to encircle the camp. The Foundation has funded dyslexia reviews, which can cost $ 10,000, and provide resources for teachers, parents and students.
Monic said that the common concept of dyslexia was that it will disappear. According to the YALE Center for Dyslexia and Creativity, dyslexia affects 20 percent of the population and represents 80 to 90 percent of all those with learning difficulties.
Monique also said she believed that being nervous is a “great power”. The Woriors hero also believes this feeling.
“We see different things, we hear different things,” GP2 told Kron4. “But once you know how to break it, how to use your great powers, know what is best for your great powers. You become a super hero, and you can do super things.”
The camp is scheduled to continue on Wednesday.