Learner Testimonials
*NOTE: Because these learner testimonials come from incarcerated youth, we do not publish their names.
- “I like Sprouts because it taught me a lot of things about babies. I think this book would be helpful to teenagers who are pregnant.”
- “The ARISE anger management groups have taught me to control my anger. Before getting this program, I didn't have positive people to sit down with me and talk about my anger problems. Now I can keep myself out of trouble and live a healthy and positive life.”
- “Your anger management, self esteem, and conflict lessons have helped me to change my negative ways. When I return home, I can use this information to teach others to be more positive. You have succeeded in making me a better person.”
- “I have learned so much from your program, especially about jobs. I now know how to dress and behave appropriately at a job, how to go to an interview, fill out an application, and the types of questions I should ask about a position. When I leave this facility, I plan to use my new skills so I can get a job and help my family.”
- “Before I came to this facility, I thought the only way to handle conflicts was through violence. I am grateful to you for teaching me other ways to handle negative situations.”
- “Through ARISE, I have learned that the more education and skills you have, the easier it will be to get a high-paying job. The books also taught me the consequences of skipping or dropping out of school. I hope to teach my younger brothers what I have learned from your books.”
- “The ARISE lessons are all very useful. I really enjoy the group experience, particularly because of the interaction and discussion. It's also really helpful to hear others reflect on a topic. Now I'm able to spread this knowledge to my friends because I possess the communication skills to do so.”
- “I think the phrase 'everything happens for a reason' is true. If I didn't end up locked in this facility, I wouldn't have had the ARISE lessons on violence and conflict, so I would never have learned to control my anger. I have two wonderful sons and now I can pass the information on to them.”
- “Your workbooks have allowed me time to sit and think about how my issues have hurt other people. Over the past year, I have been able to grow stronger with the help of your program. Please continue to try to help teens, because if your books can help me, I know others can definitely benefit from it.”
- “The ARISE books give me practice to read and write. They have also taught me about the parts of our bodies and how to take care of them, especially by eating right and exercising. We only have one body and we need to take care of it.”
