testimonials from teachers

“We have worked with Steve Duffy and his team on the Choose Life Project over a number of years, and find their workshops and assemblies to be valuable with real impact on the young people who are involved. The authenticity and passion of Steve and the volunteers involved in the project who deliver sessions, inspire genuine deep learning opportunities and leave pupils with lasting impressions and opportunities to reflect on life choices. It has always a worthwhile experience”.

“Our Year Six pupils listened intently and were mesmerized as Tony told us his life story. They were in awe, as I was, of his experiences and the challenges he still faces. I have changed my view of drug addiction, in fact any form of addiction. The whole vicious cycle of users who are being used has to be stopped and what a fantastic approach Choose Life takes, educating us to this reality. Thank you so much for an excellent opportunity”.

“It was brilliant. The pupils really engaged. I think that it taught our pupils a very useful lesson”.

“It was brilliant. The pupils really engaged. I think that it taught our pupils a very useful lesson”.

“We believe it is the best example of drug awareness education that we have come across in over 20 years of teaching”.

“Steve and the Choose Life volunteers only left about twenty minutes ago, and I felt I had to write a note straight away. Thank you so much to the volunteers who came to Ysgol y Creuddyn today and shared their life stories. The presentation was moving and inspiring and the pupils will have received an insight beyond what is possible in a usual classroom situation. Your time is massively appreciated and thank you again for coming to our school today. Every pupil, and teacher, will have learnt something from your presentation. Thanks again”.

“Thank you Julie, Ian and Paula for coming to meet us and share your experiences of life on and off drugs. Your stories were hard-hitting and thought provoking for both year 9 pupils and staff alike. We very much appreciated your honesty and willingness to answer all the questions that were put to you. Being able to hold the attention of 200 pupils for a day is no mean feat. You achieved that. To hear spontaneous applause at the end of your presentations showed how appreciative the pupils were for your bravery in sharing your life stories with them and in raising awareness of the dangers of drugs. We look forward to welcoming you again. Keep up this excellent work!”