"The most important thing I learned was how to solve a conflict without using violence."

7th-Grade Student, Kickemuit Middle School, Warren, RI

"The thing I liked best was the relationship information and learning what’s unhealthy. I learned a lot during the Katie Brown Program."

8th-Grade Student, Hastings Middle School, Fairhaven, MA 

“This program has taught me a lot about how to properly handle relationships, and to be aware of dating violence.”

High School Student, Seekonk High School, Seekonk, MA

“The most important thing I learned was to never take your anger out on someone else. Fighting or bullying others does not solve the problem.”

6th-Grade Student, Alfred Lima Elementary School, Providence, RI

“I liked the whole class. There is just so much on my mind to write down right now. Thank you for taking the time to share with us.”

High School Student, Resiliency Preparatory High School, Fall River, MA 

“The thing I liked best was that I learned a lot from this program and I will use this information in my daily life.”

7th-Grade Student, Dighton Middle School, Dighton, MA 

“The most important thing I learned was that bullying hurts both the outside and inside of people.”

5th-Grade Student, Doran Elementary School, Fall River, MA 

“The thing I like best was the fact that people care enough to inform us about this.”

High School Student, Seekonk High School, Seekonk, MA 

“The most important thing I learned was what to do if I get in a bullying situation, without hurting anyone.”

6th-Grade Student, Old Hammondtown School, Mattapoisett, MA

“Thank you, you have opened my eyes to things that will be very useful in my life.”

5th-Grade Student, Fonseca Elementary School, Fall River, MA

“The students had nothing but positive things to say about the program. This program is invaluable. We hope that KBEP will continue and thrive. This program provides students with excellent messages. Students leave knowing that they are e important enough for people to “get real” with them and discuss such important life lessons with them.”

9th Grade Teacher

“I enjoy watching the students as they hear information, think about it, and express their reactions. This program really gets them to think about experiences they are having or may encounter.”

8th Grade Teacher

 

“This is a vital program. The earlier the children are educated on these matters the better protected they will be.”

8th Grade Teacher 

“I really appreciate the time and energy spent working with the students. This program added great value to my health class. This was a great way to bring violence and relationship education into the classroom. The kids are very engaged.”

High School Teacher 

“The KBEP is a great program that teaches about relationship violence and how to prevent it using a variety of teaching activities. Fifth grade thoroughly enjoyed the puzzles, meditation, and 'bully bingo'.”

5th Grade Teacher  

“The educator effectively managed the class; using respectful language and engaging the students in learning. This is an outstanding program to teach awareness and prevention of relationship violence.”

7th Grade Teacher