Partners and Resources
The Healing Place with Teri Wellbrock
Pacer’s National Bullying Prevention Center
University of Rhode Island Women’s Center
Rape Crisis Center of Horry and Georgetown Counties
Testimonials From Students
“I learned the difference between a healthy relationship and an abusive relationship.”
— Female 11th grade student
“I’m now more considerate than I was at the beginning of this course. I feel for others and I can empathize more.”
— Female 9th grade student
“This course taught me to look at the other person’s perspective so that you can better understand them.”
— Male 11th grade student
“I have been taught today that feelings and needs are okay. It is okay to…express our feelings without being any less of a man.”
— Male 11th grade student
“The course made me think about other people’s feelings and how I treat them.”
— Male 9th grade student
“It definitely helped with my relationship with my girlfriend. I stay more calm now when I’m angry and I’m becoming more understanding.”
— Male 12th grade student
“I used to think love, respect and trust was all that’s needed but no, acceptance, responsibility, and communication are also required to be in a fulfilling relationship with me.”
— Female 12th grade student
“This course will help me in my future relationships because I will be able to give myself options and think from the other person’s perspective. “
— Female 11th grade student
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Testimonials From Schools
“The Relationship Foundation’s unique professional development training on empathy, expressing needs and feelings respectfully, and bringing into focus the importance of understanding the Adverse Childhood Experiences study (ACES), gives our schools tools to effectively cultivate beneficial life skills for our students. This significantly contributes to our ability to aid our students in building resilience in the face of adversity that they encounter both in and out of school.”
– Principal Vincent DiGaetano, Bronx Alternate Learning Center
“I thank you and your team for being change agents for relationships. Human connection can be made difficult by our perceptions, insecurities and learned behaviors. Healthy Relationships 101 is truly a “Relationship Revolution” challenging us to think differently in all aspects of our relationships.”
– Team Leader Trish Pennix, Samaratin Daytop Village
“I recommend Michael Jascz and The Relationship Foundation because, after teaching in inner-city schools in London and New York City, I have never come across a provider of learning for teachers and students that addresses the fundamental need in public education for social and emotional learning in such an inspiring and academic way.”
-Teacher, John Adams High School
“The program has helped our students not only build self-esteem but it has given them the tools to be effective communicators.”
— Principal, High School for Health Professions and Human Services
“The biggest strength of the curriculum is that it teaches students how to communicate safely with one another, the importance of knowing what to communicate and, finally, why we need to communicate.”
-Teacher, The Lab School for Collaborative Studies
“Michael demonstrated good questioning techniques that focus on valuing others and encouraging them to share their feelings in a safe environment. My staff evaluations gave Michael high scores and they came away with new knowledge and strategies to communicate more effectively.”
– Former Principal, Lincoln High School
“The Healthy Relationships 101 program had a significant impact on our students. They learned to articulate their needs and feelings, without blaming others. The program not only encourages critical thinking but enables students to feel safe and confident in their self-expression.”
– Assistant Principal, City As School
“Michael led a rich and engaging workshop on the importance of communication in establishing healthy relationships. Michael was a great facilitator, and the students were actively contributing to discussions and activities. They had fun too!”
– Coordinator, Pathways to Graduation
CHARTER SCHOOLS
“The innovative approach to interpersonal dynamics proved to be a valuable resource that our school can build upon and incorporate into our school culture. This program has the potential to be life-altering and has definitely changed my life.”
– Teacher, Harlem Children’s Zone
“The Relationship Foundation has provided us with excellent advice on helping our students to resolve communication problems and resulting conflicts.”
– Psychologist, Montclair Kimberley Academy
“Michael and his team create an environment in which these students have a voice in which their concerns, feelings, and needs are valued and addressed. Students are able to explore and express their ideas about relationships in personal, educational, and social contexts.”
-Student Support and Health Education Coordinator, The Renaissance Charter School
