The Society for Prevention of Violence in-services
school staff and teaches workshops in social and violence prevention
skills. The following comments show the enthusiasm of teachers,
social workers, administrators, and other adults after being trained
in social and violence prevention skills education:
High School Teachers:
"Really intensified my belief in the prevention of school
violence."
"It was a positive take on a negative/violent issue."
"Helpful. Made me rethink of how to teach non-violence and discuss it
with my students."
". . .I believe this program is needed in the 21st century because so
many students lack the tools needed to settle conflict
peacefully."
Middle School Teachers:
"Many good ideas were presented. Can't wait to use the new book."
"The need for social skills was made. The materials appear to have
the potential to be effective for positive change."
"Was interesting and will be helpful in planning Advisory Lessons.
Books will be a welcome addition to the resources available for
Advisory Lessons! Thanks!"
Elementary School Teachers:
"This was a very nice presentation and extremely helpful. Thank you
for the resource! I'm excited to try these lessons in my class."
"I really learned a great deal today, especially concerns
statistically involving crime and gun control and situations
otherwise. I definitely enjoyed everything dealing with role-playing,
and the speakers were very delightful. Thank you."
"Great modeling of lessons! It sounds like a good program."
"Wonderful job, very creative activities to try! Can't wait till I
can read the lesson book."