|
What People are Saying About Stand By Me
“I want to thank you again for what you brought to my class this
past Tuesday with the Stand By Me workshop. My class is still
talking about it. I hear assertive requests for respect and people
standing up for each other where they might not have before. Nearly
every student in my class says that the experience changed them.
That is so amazing to me. Thank you so much.”
Sarah Chalmers, Grade 7 Teacher, A.J. McLellan Elementary, Surrey
“I want to thank you Teresa so very much for coming in for a follow
up workshop with the grade 6 students at Crofton House School. This
has made such a difference to the overall well being of the girls.
Parents have called to comment on the insight their daughter has
into her actions and relationships. Many of the girls who were
hurting inside are more confident to express their feelings. I also
observe the "in group" of students branching out and being much more
inclusive. I believe that their fears and insecurities have been
relaxed. I attribute
this to your work and I appreciate you so much. I believe in a world
where people treat each other fairly and with respect and
friendship. Your work with young people is so necessary.”
Susan Hutchison, Director of the Junior School, Crofton House
School, Vancouver
“Learning to
apologize, make amends, stay calm, articulate needs, be self-aware,
stand up for yourself and find peaceful ways to solve problems are
such important life skills. Thanks for the acronyms, which will
help our community have that common language…it was a great pleasure
having you here and watching you work with our students!!! You two
are amazing educators!”
Margaret
Horvath, Principal, English Bluff Elementary School, Delta
"I highly recommend the Stand By Me presentation.
Every participating teacher felt that a powerful message was sent
to students that they will not forget.
Your program is excellent!"
Marlene Day, Principal, Dogwood
Elementary, Surrey
"Through
the year, our students were encouraged to try to solve their
problems using the steps of "Stand By Me" or "RAP". The result
was an overwhelming success with adult intervention needed in at
least 60% fewer cases over the year. I highly recommend
involvement in this program."
Karen Danderfer, Retired Principal – Burnaby
“A few months after the "Stand By Me" program, four of my girls
asked if they could go in the hallway to work out a problem they had
during recess. A few minutes later, I went into the hall
expecting to have to sort out an argument, but it wasn't necessary.
The girls worked it out themselves; thanks to the language they
learned during "Stand By Me".
Vicky
Cloutier, Grade 2 teacher - Aubrey Elementary School, Burnaby
"Students came to understand the importance of taking
responsibility for their actions and the importance of making
amends. The enthusiasm with which the children responded and
the positive feedback we received was overwhelming. It was
truly a learning experience at a very personal level for all our
students. I would highly recommend this program to any school
with a focus on social responsibility."
Barbara
Hague, Principal - Brooke Elementary, Delta
|
