SUCCESS STORIES
For over 25 years we have been helping teens move from "No Hope" situations to the stage of opportunity. We are recognized and endorsed by professionals.
WHAT PROFESSIONALS ARE SAYING
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As the largest facility for girls and their families in the State of Michigan, we strive to bring only the best teaching to our at-risk and underserved students. Since 1992 The First Place Association has been providing Vista Maria without cost, “cutting edge” programs. Congratulations for the superb job. Your Organization should feel proud for being there for our Teenage population
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The recipe for success” understands Daily Challenges must be met with Daily Commitment. Your programs are a valuable asset for building daily commitment
JUDGE JAMES MONTANTE | 3RD JUDICIAL CIRCUIT | MICHIGAN
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As a juvenile court judge I see many teens that come to our court lacking positive focus. I am grateful for the efforts of The First Place Association and their positive message program. I applaud the goal setting values offered by the Zoom Language Program and the efforts to provide teens with "Award Winning" focus.
FRANK SZYMANSKI | JUDGE 3RD CIRCUIT COURT | DETROIT, MI
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As a worker in the child welfare system, I have worked with youth who have limited resources, due to poor communication skills, poor social skills and low frustration tolerance. Our agency has utilized the POSITIVE SIGNAGE PROGRAM and the ZOOM LANGUAGE PROGRAM in order to assist our girls at improving their skills that are necessary to become positive members of society. We appreciate the time and energy you have taken working with our agency and graciously giving us these materials to help us work with our youth.
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ERICA STUCHELL | MPA GIRLSTOWN | PROGRAM MANAGER
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The Teenage Population is confronted with daily negativity and at a pronounced rate. Your programs like the Positive Signage Program offer teen’s Positive focus and a chance to reduce daily negativity. Great programs!!!
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WALTER SIGANGA, R. Ph, Ph. D |
PROFESSOR, PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES & DIRECTOR OF CONTINUING EDUCATION
SCHOOL OF PHARMACY, SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING
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As a parent and author I know the value of promoting positives to our teenage population. I work with teens and offer presentations on Life Skills. Your program Zoom Language gives teens a very easy and fun way to set goals. Thanks again for developing the App…
“I’M A+ Now”. It is a great way to turn negative energy into positive results."
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SABINE K | DETROIT, MI
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Your programs are long overdue. As a parent of 2 teens, I like other mothers see and hear the daily challenges teens are fronted with. The zoom Language Program seems to offer the Skill Set of focus and planning. I wish I had your Flash Card Program when I was growing up. Thanks for your dedication to our Teenage population.
LISA M | PANAMA CITY BEACH FL
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WHAT OUR TEENS ARE SAYING
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I am using your Positive Signage Program at home. I seem to be more organized, like getting started before I leave for school. I’m glad I had a chance to attend your presentation. The Four T's have changed my view about success. I can do this.
JEN | 17 YEARS OLD
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It is so easy to Lose focus and become unorganized. The Zoom Language Program has helped me improve my grades. I highly recommend it.
MAURICE | 18 YEARS OLD
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Now I can go to trade school. The information I got at your Life Direction Program got me thinking more on the plus side. Thanks for the great ideas especially the meaning of the Core Values. The [Positive Signage Program's] magnets are on the fridge and offer me positive input everyday!
BILL | 18 YEARS OLD