Acclaim For Bridges Of Respect
What teachers say about Bridges of Respect:
"I appreciated Bridges of Respect's approach. You used a variety of teaching techniques and kept the students interested. They were really challenged to think critically."
- Julie Doble, Science and Ethics Teacher, St. Paul Open School
"Your programs are non-judgmental and encourage a wide variety of discussion. I recommend them for any group that needs to know more about animal issues."
- Gary Skarsten, Futuristics Teacher, Braham High School
"I have enjoyed having you in my Health 2 classes for the past [several] years. Your presentations have always been very educational and eye-opening. You know how to get the students involved and thinking critically about animal issues. Many students come away with a new attitude towards the various topics which are covered. I would highly recommend your programs to all secondary school teachers."
-Liz Olson, Health Teacher, Irondale Senior High
"As a biology teacher, I have a deep respect for all life and it makes sense to me to communicate that to my students. Bridges of Respect allows me to do that. It opened up my students' minds to new points of view and enabled them to think about non-human life in ways which they had never thought about before."
-Therese Seitz, Biology Teacher, Ivan Sand Community School
"I thought the presentation and the instuctor were knowledgeable and presents the facts in an interesting way."
-Colleen Raash, English teacher, Edina High School
"The animal rights presentation [which was specially created for St. Louis Park High School] by Bridges of Respect has become a staple in my classroom. It is thorough, thought-provoking and persuasive."
-Peter Redmond, Language Arts Teacher, St. Louis Park High School
What students say about Bridges of Respect...
"I really enjoyed the discussion we had and liked the pictures you showed us. I never knew animals or rabbits were tested for chemicals and hair products.... I would love it if you came back again to talk to us about the animals."
- Druacy, student
"I really enjoyed participating in your activities and I had fun."
- Jamarous, student
"Your presentation really got me thinking about how we all affect the environment. Things like taking a shower for a period of time and what we throw away."
- Monique, student
"I really enjoyed your presentation. It got me to think about a lot of things, like what I can do to make the world better. Thanks again for coming."
- Cardell, student
"I wasn't aware of so many ways animals are used for entertainment and liked that she was observant and respectful. Also, that she showed us how we can help and offered information."
- Bianca, student
"Your animals in science presentation made alot of sense. I didn't realize how much I could do to make such a difference!"
- Jason, student