“I've been meaning to sit down to write you but this has been such a whirlwind beginning…then tropical storm Isadore! Anyway, I just wanted to drop you a note to say Teen Leadership has far exceeded my expectations! It has made such a difference in my classes as well as in my outlook as a teacher. I always had a great relationship with my students; however, that usually came 18 weeks into the course! I felt this relationship growing the second week into school. The atmosphere of the school has been so great as well. Hard to describe sometimes! Just wanted to say thanks! I'm still learning but it has been such a great beginning. I could teach another ten years and I only have about 6 left!”
Karen Ellender, High School Teacher

“In our investigation of character education programs, I have yet to find one that does what Teen Leadership does. I look forward to a long and strong relationship between Teen Leadership and Deer Park I.S.D.”
David Hicks, Superintendent

“I am a teacher in Louisiana and I went to your training during the summer. I wanted to bring to your attention that I am now a firm believer in what you do!!! And I thank you dearly from my heart. I had a little skepticism, but I went into teaching this course full force and the change is REAL!! Not only did my students benefit tremendously, but I never realized just how much I would benefit!!! I finally came to the conclusion that this is why I do what I do!! Being only a second year teacher, I knew it was my passion, but not to this extreme. I truly don't believe that my students know just how much they have taught me. I thank you for being a part of making my life complete as a teacher.”
Cheryl Daigle, High School Teacher

“Teen Leadership gives young people of today the opportunity to see first-hand: self-discipline, commitment, perseverance, and the consistency of living a principle-based life. I have personally seen Teen Leadership make a difference in kids’ lives, shaping the heart and soul of our future.”
Joe Pirtle, Past President of Texas Association of School Administrators

“Mr. Flippen, I have taught Teen Leadership for the past four years out of 24 years of teaching. I cannot begin to tell you the changes that it has made in my life--both in school and at home! You are such a shining star to me! The students absolutely love the course! Thank you for giving me this wonderful opportunity for becoming a great teacher, instead of just an adequate teacher! I attribute receiving ‘Teacher of the Year’ to Teen Leadership training! Thanks again for everything! You are really terrific!”
Sandy Morton, High School Teacher

“Since we have adopted Teen Leadership, we have seen a tremendous decrease in discipline problems. Our referral number was cut in half, from 850 in the first nine weeks of school last year, to 418 in the first nine weeks of school this year.”
Steve Brown, Junior High School Principal

“The staff at the alternative school believes that Teen Leadership is a powerful program. They experience the evidence of this each day as they work with the most troubled youngsters in our district.”
E. J. Garcia, Assistant Superintendent

“[Using the Teen Leadership techniques] I have had significantly fewer discipline problems this year, yet more students per class and more students with previous discipline issues in each class.”
Ann Wilber, High School Teacher

“[Because of Teen Leadership] the school began to see more respect among students and teachers, fewer fights, and increased attendance.”
Austin American Statesman

“This year has been the best out of seventeen. Thank you, thank you, thank you, for the opportunity to teach this powerful curriculum.”
Jill Palmquist, Middle School Teacher

“Hope you are doing well! I can't believe the impact you have made in Nacogdoches. We are receiving comments from parents throughout the district about how much the children are enjoying school and the change in teacher attitudes. We even received comments in the paper about teachers being outside at the High School early in the morning greeting students and parents. Our ADA has never been higher in the history of the district. We are averaging better than 97% daily attendance. We were fortunate last year to average 95%. The Teen Leadership class at MMIS is beginning to show positive signs in student behavior and making a difference in a lot of the kids’ lives. In short, we are having a great year! Thank You, Thank You!!!”
Ray Glynn, Assistant Superintendent

“We compared the first six weeks grades of our Teen Leadership students this year with last year, before they were in our class. Many were failing multiple courses, assigned to the detention center, had police records, etc. Now they are experiencing what it feels like to be successful. They are achieving academically, staying out of trouble, and truly exemplifying the Teen Leadership spirit. The curriculum is awesome, and these kids are becoming true leaders. Thank you!”
Debbie Roesler, Ele Manry, Dawn Buegeler, Intermediate School Teachers