 Testimonials
from Schools and other Organizations May 25, 2010
**********To Whom It May Concern: The students and campus of M.B. Lamar High School have benefited extraordinarily from the skillful and consistent involvement of Anthony Jackson and other staff members form the Palmer Drug Abuse Program ("PDAP"). The weekly meetings conducted by PDAP on Lamar's campus have served to assist students in the recovery process, build beneficial relationships among the student body, and educate students in matters related to chemical dependency and substance abuse. Students enjoy participating in the weekly meetings, and some have chosen to attend meetings after graduation to serve as an encouragement to current students struggling with substance related issues. We have been pleased with the flexibility and professionalism of PDAP's staff members and have heard many impactful stories from the parents of students who attend meetings. The multiple year partnership between PDAP and M.B. Lamar has been a great tool in offering our students a sense of hope beyond substance abuse, and there has been definitive impact to Lamar's campus since the introduction of PDAP. It is our hope to continue our partnership with PDAP well into the future. Sincerely, Nathan J. Allen Program Director M.B. Lamar High School **********
February 27, 2009 Palmer Drug Abuse Program 1200 Enclave Parkway, Suite 600 Houston, Texas 77077 To Whom It May Concern: The Spring Satellite of PDAP has its own building on our campus, for which Holy Comforter provides all utilities and ground maintenance. Additionally, the youth and parent groups are provided meeting space in our Education Building and Parish Hall on a weekly basis. It would be easy to point to these "in-kind" contributions as our support for PDAP and let it go at that. However, our relationship goes much deeper. Though certainly not required of them, PDAP parents and youth often attend Holy Comforter parish events and activities and often come to speak to our parishioners about what PDAP is doing and how we can work together to help one another. We continually remind ourselves that our respective missions are not mutually exclusive, but mutually beneficial. For my part, the benefit of PDAP to its clients, to our church family and to the surrounding community cannot be overstated. In short, we are blessed, not just to have them on our campus, but to have them as a vital part of our parish family. Sincerely, (The Rev.) Steve Ferguson Rector **********
November 20, 2008 Palmer Drug Abuse Program 1200 Enclave Parkway, Suite 600 Houston, TX 77077 Dear Ms. Keith, Thank you for being a part of the Alief Learning Center Red Ribbon Week, October 28, 2008. Your presenters were very informative and the students were very attentive while they were speaking. In my opinion I think that it was an eye-opener for a lot of the students to see that they are not alone in some situations and that they can succeed in life. Again I am most appreciative and I look forward to working with you again. Thank you, Tricia L. Bledsoe ALC Middle School Counselor October 2008 Mrs. Lambert, Thank you for sharing your powerful story with our students - even touching one child makes a difference. We appreciate your time and support of our STAR mentoring program here at Klein Intermediate. Sincerely, Dr. Anthony Indelicato Principal **********
PDAP Program Director 1200 Enclave Parkway, Suite 600 Houston, TX 77077 I am writing to let you know how much I appreciate our partnership with your Palmer Drug Abuse Program. Since October of 2007, we have had the wonderful opportunity of having Ed Poole here to facilitate the weekly PDAP group. It's been a pleasure to work with him. Additionally, the students have responded well to him. He has excellent information to share with our youth who have been quite attentive and responsive in their group meetings. Thank you, Sheleigh Beggs CIS Project Manager-Lamar **********
January 10, 2008 Ms. Tracee Lambert Project Coordinator Palmer Drug Abuse Program Dear Ms. Lambert: On behalf of Meadow Wood Elementary School, I would like to thank you for offering your services during our Red Ribbon Week activities this past October. Your efforts to inform our students of the dangers of drug abuse were thoroughly appreciated. Our hope is that the information our students received from the Palmer Drug Abuse Program will give them the tools they need to make healthy choices in the future. Please continue to offer your services to the community and consider us as a candidate for Red Ribbon Week 2008. Sincerely, Robye Snyder Principal **********
May 11, 2007 Jean McMillan, Executive Director Palmer Drug Abuse Program 1200 Enclave Parkway, Suite 600 Houston, Texas 77077 Dear Ms. McMillan: On behalf of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District, I would like to commend Cal Baker for the service he has provided at the Alternative Learning Center the past 8 weeks. The educational groups have been an asset to parents, staff, and student. Laurie Snyder, Principal at the A.L.C. has reported that the students attending the educational group have stated, “This class has been more motivational and informative than any treatment we have ever been involved in”. At the close of the academic year Cal will have influenced and resourced approximately 280 students. The Alternative School is an environment where students are looking for “how to” in understanding treatment and recovery. A critical component is to find the right counselor and population to facilitate the change needed for drug recuperation. Sincerely, Nancy L. Rose Coordinator Safe and Drug Free Schools Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District CC: Laurie Snyder, Principal, A.L.C. Sadie Woodard, Asst. Superintendent, G. & C. Roy Garcia, Asst. Superintendent, School Admin. ********** Shawn Keith Project Coordinator Palmer Drug Abuse Program Shawn: On behalf of Bammel Middle School, Spring ISD, we would like to thank you for your generosity and kindness while participating in Red Ribbon Week activities this past October. The bracelets, speaker, and banner were all very well received and helped to bring drug abuse awareness to our students in the hope that they will make the right decisions in the future and steer clear of the dangers of doing drugs. Even if only one student gets the message, then we have accomplished our goal. Hopefully, with your assistance, many more realize that drugs are the wrong choice. It is our hope that, in future Red Ribbon activities, you would again offer your services so we can continue to reach even more students. Your participation is greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Thad Stewart Student Council Sponsor Bammel Middle School, SISD ********** Dear PDAP, I
would
like to take this opportunity to thank you for your participation in
Spring Forest Middle School’s Red Ribbon Week Activities. Meeting with
each grade level individually made the process of signing Pledge to be
Drug Free cards more meaningful, so the fact that you came three days
in a row, and your flexibility and good humor during our blackout is
much appreciated. The students enjoyed the pledge and the wrist
bands, and were inspired by Jesse’s speech. I think you all had a big
impact on our students!
I hope you will be available to join us next year! Sincerely, Terri Cyphers Student Council Sponsor Spring Forest Middle School 281-560-7500 terri.cyphers@springbranchisd.com ********** TO: Palmer Drug Abuse Program On Behalf of Pin Oak Middle School, we would like to thank you for your participation in our Red Ribbon Week Campaign on Tuesday, October 24, 2006. The service that you provided to us regarding preventing youth from using drugs and alcohol met our goal and objectives. The information that you shared was well received and appreciated. I also hope that you had a positive and rewarding experience on our campus. We trust that you will be willing to come participate in future Red Ribbon Week Campaigns. Thanks again for your time and effort. We are truly grateful! Sincerely, Alyson Bricker, LMSW Michael McDonough, Principal ********** On October 27, 2006 PDAP visited the intermediate campus of Beckendorf Intermediate School to share their experiences with our sixth graders during Red Ribbon Week. The director brought staff members and participants to explain the rapid and dangerous spiral into drug and alcohol abuse that can afflict a young student. The stories that were shared were appropriate and relevant for a sixth grade student. Rather than emphasize the drugs used, the speakers shared the stressors, consequences and pain that result from a decision to indulge in drugs and alcohol. The students were attentive and asked several thoughtful questions. Beckendorf Intermediate School greatly benefited from the visit from the Palmer Drug ABuse Program. It was a poignant end to our Red Ribbon Week celebration. PDAP speakers would be a valuable addition to our Red Ribbon Week next year as well. Shirley Wright and Jean Driver Counselors Beckendorf Intermediate School Tomball ISD, Tomball, TX **********
November 28, 2006 I would like to than you for the Red Ribbon Week Assembly that your staff presented to Tomball Junior High students on October 27, 2006. The message was perfect for our Red Ribbon activities. The life experiences shared by the speakers kept our students interested and engaged in the lesson. One of our goals at Tomball Junior High is to create a safe and drug free environment. THe assembly presented Oct. 27, will help us meet that goal! We are grateful for the service you have provided Tomball Junior High School! Sincerely, Dan Johnson Principal, Tomball Junior High School |