"Challenge to Change has been a wonderful opportunity for the students of Alta Vista Campus. As an alternative school, our students often miss out on activities available at larger schools. Having a professional instructor teach mindfulness and yoga has been a unique experience. One student shared that our instructor, Paige, 'is very nice and welcoming,' and another said the program 'helps you get ready for the day.' Along with in-person instruction, Challenge to Change resources have helped our staff provide greater social and emotional support to students every day."

Since CTC has come into our classroom, I have seen students venture outside of their zone by participating in yoga poses, mindfulness activities, and guided meditation.  This has been remarkable because many of our students will not do things outside of comfort zones because they do not want to look foolish in front of peers.  Many students only want to do things that are "safe" and when they do activities that are not "safe" for them, it is truly remarkable growth that we get to witness.  Thanks to CTC for coming into the Alta Vista Campus and doing this for the students!

"Our goal as educators is to prepare students for their post-secondary lives with as many tools as possible. Self-sustaining social emotional supports are key to becoming successful humans. Challenge to Change provides students the opportunity to engage in building those tools. Students find sessions as a safe place to grow socially and emotionally, they look forward to Anne’s sessions to relax and grow." 

"Implementing Challenge to Change has helped our students work to identify emotions and regulate responses both in school and out of school.  This allows school staff to provide appropriate and timely interventions because students can pinpoint needs.  The curriculum helps give our students a sense of self control which ultimately builds confidence and aids in students achieving high levels."