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School Administrators
Principal, Bayard Rustin High School
PHYLLIS MARINO
Your presentation was truly unique in that you are challenging our youngsters to practice non-violence from the perspective of forgiveness. I know that this is an approach that students do not often encounter. The students and staff were overwhelmed. Their classroom teachers had follow-up discussions on the program as well as the books distributed.
Principal, Northwestern Regional High School
KEN CHICHESTER
I wish I could take those precious moments and the positive energy that we shared as one people, with a common vision of a better world, and bottle it up and sell it as a tonic to people who have lost their way about what is truly important in this world. Your program helped our kids see a clear path to a happier life and a better world where all the world's people feel supported and cared for.
Superintendent of Schools, Marlboro, NY
MIKE RYDELL
I have had the opportunity to hear many of your wonderful presentations in the past and know that they have made a difference to thousands of students over the years.
Principal, W. C. Mepham High School
JOHN F. DIDDEN
These students seemed truly inspired. Thank you for being instruments of peace and non-violence and making sure that as many as possible hear that forgiveness is the answer.
Superintendent, Dover Union Free School District
MICHAEL TIERNEY
The speakers were so personable and non-finger waving. It was refreshing to our students when I asked their opinions. Thank you for providing such a quality program to our students; we are very grateful.
Dean, Westbury High School
MARCIA B. ROCHESTER
The touching remarks were so well received that numerous students have responded positively and encouraged others to read the words of the book Why Forgive and act on them.
Administrator
Sherri Grier
Social Worker, Anti Bullying Specialist, Passiac Public Schools
Each year you've managed to impact our students to make healthier decisions and encourage our staff to remain hopeful and passionate in our work. Â Thank you so much Hashim and Sergio for your moving testimonies; we the staff and students of Lincoln Middle School of Passaic appreciate your words of encouragement and love.
Students
Mario
Your story really opened my eyes. I used to hold grudges and not forgive easily. I really was interested in what you said. It opened my eyes with who I should trust and who to hang out with. When I forgive now I think back to what you told us and, it felt like a weight has been lifted off my shoulder.
Ariana
You have shown me that forgiveness is very important and that holding grudges and staying mad doesn’t help anyone. I hope that you keep on going to schools because I feel that by talking to teenagers you have the power to save and change many lives.
Law Enforcement
District Attorney, Orange County NY
David M. Hoovler
Breaking the Cycle is one of the best programs I have ever had the privilege to observe and support. Being a teenager isn’t easy, and this program provides thoughtful insight into recognizing depression and suicidal signs, conflict resolution, and bullying reduction. Think about reaching out to Breaking the Cycle for a school assembly or youth gathering. The program makes a difference!
Deputy Inspector
James Murtagh
As Commanding Officer of the NYPD's 20th Precinct. I would like to personally thank you for extending your invitation to the "Breaking The Cycle" assembly with Detective Steven McDonald at Brandeis High School. It was a great pleasure for my officers and me to be able to share the experience with you and the students.
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