http://motivate.absolute.org Canada's Leading School Motivational Presentation Wed, 17 Sep 2008 16:21:18 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Hamilton, ONTARIO - May 23, 2008 - Absolute Leadership Development, Canada’s leading student empowerment organization, is a charity that has been partnering with Canadian schools since 2001. Their “Motivational Experience” - a hard hitting mixture of young speakers, multimedia and music - was the most popular motivational assembly amongst ... http://absolute.org/blog/2008/05/23/press-release-absolute-launches-character-education-initiative-sponsors-services-to-canadian-schools/ From: Daryle Wing Date: Thu, May 1, 2008 at 11:51 AM Subject: Presentation To: info@absoluteontheweb.com From: Daryle Wing Re: Motivational Experience We just had your show at our school, NBCHS, North Battleford, Saskatchewan, and just wanted to let you know how impressed we were with the production and all the members of the team. They ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2008/05/01/north-battleford-comprehensive-high-school-professional-and-spectacular/ “The people who put the presentation on were victims of drugs, alcohol and abuse and shared their personal stories with everyone…This affected people more than having someone who hadn’t experienced any of these things. It showed everyone that it’s possible to beat an addiction or solve a major problem in ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/11/17/portage-collegiate-institute-grade-12-show-feedback/ We are so excited about the potential of this book to spark social awareness that we would like to offer a unique opportunity. Individuals or groups that are engaged in charitable fundraising, can now purchase bulk quantities of ONE: A Face Behind the Numbers, at wholesales prices and resell ... http://one.absolute.org/2007/11/13/fundraising-with-one/ Absolute has some exciting news. Our book is done! ONE: A Face Behind The Numbers Written by our CEO, Vaden Earle, ONE: A Face Behind The Numbers, takes eleven chapters, and illuminates the injustices of the humanitarian crisis. Including statistics, real-life stories, and striking photography; bringing the numbers to life. “So many of ... http://one.absolute.org/2007/11/11/book-release-one-a-face-behind-the-numbers/ Absolute recently played at John Diefenbaker Secondary School in Hanover, ON. Channel 6 news covered the event, and here is the news clip that aired on Monday, Oct 1 2007: http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/10/06/absolute-on-channel-6-news/ Comment from Student Zone: Life is like an hour glass, Slowly passing by. and i wish it would sometimes speed up, but u guys changed me and now i never wish it to speed up, though i still need emails from u i’m doing great! tnx absolute tnx 2 u i can live ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/09/13/student-comment-live-without-hating-myself/ I only know her first name: Danica. She was 18 months old, abandoned, and a Haitian child of parents with no country of origin, living in Dominican Republic. She was stateless, and no one knew she existed. I had only heard her cry once, and had never seen her give any ... http://heroholiday.absolute.org/2007/08/02/danica-how-we-all-fell-in-love/ Some of you reading this blog may remember my story about the little boy at the garbage dump that I found that told me he couldn’t remember what his name was that his mother called him. He was an orphan and had been without parents for more ... http://heroholiday.absolute.org/2007/07/31/now-he-knows-his-name/ Update: The following job postings have been filled as of Feb 1 / 2008. However please feel free to continue to apply for future opportunities. We have some exciting job position openings for dynamic young adults that love to make a difference and enjoy new challenges, experiences, and travel. We ... http://absolute.org/blog/2008/01/09/job-position-opening-road-teams/ NiagaraThisWeek.com: Article: Youth challenged to get involved in global community By Scott Rosts West Lincoln Jun 15, 2007 SMITHVILLE — Christal Earle wants youth to know they can make a difference. The co-founder of Absolute Leadership Development, a Hamilton-based charity that encourages hundreds of students to engage in humanitarian relief work, says youth need to ... http://absolute.org/blog/2007/06/15/niagarathisweekcom-article-youth-challenged-to-get-involved-in-global-community/ We just sent a fax blast today to schools across Canada. You can click here if you are now looking for more information about our motivational experience. For this advertising campaign we wanted to try a different approach- addressing a nice cover page to the ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/06/12/did-you-get-our-fax/ by Adriana Christianson On Tuesday, May 22 students in grades 7 and 8 from Virden Junior High as well as Elkhorn and Oak Lake schools had the chance to watch a multimedia presentation by the Absolute Leadership Development. This non-profit organization carries the message that every ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/05/29/virden-empire-advance-absolute-speaks-out-to-middle-years-students/ We were very privileged to have Kristen Parsons, Miss Canada Scholarship 2006, join us for our last week of tour in Manitoba! Miss Canada Scholarship is a competition run by Canada Pageants. Honestly we were a little skeptical when we first approached by Canada Pageants last year, because we ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/05/25/miss-canada-scholarship-joins-absolute/ To Whom It May Concern: I am pleased to be able to offer a letter of support, praise and endorsement for the Absolute Leadership Development school assembly presentation. As a small school, our funds for bringing in professional presentations for our students are limited. For this reason, we must be very prudent ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/05/23/major-pratt-school-the-best-show-of-its-kind/ Re: Absolute Tour through Saskatoon High Schools I would like to pass along thanks to Absolute for providing seven energetic and thought-provoking shows to seven different Saskatoon high schools. I have received several positive comments from principals indicating that student reaction was very positive. I would also like to thank the two ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/05/22/saskatoon-crime-stoppers-energetic-and-thought-provoking-shows/ We had a great time in Whitecourt, AB today. During our shows we have been having a "rock-star" contest - getting some students up on stage to do a little sing & dance-off. Well in Whitecourt today Tina picked one of our best rock-stars ever, Daryl. Not only did ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/05/08/wheelchair-rockstar/ Dear Cindy: I just wanted to write you to let you know how impressed our staff and students were with the muli media presentation that your people did for us on April 27, 2007. The title of the show, "Wake Up!" said it all. From the moment that the presentation began ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/05/07/ds-mackenzie-school-presentation-was-electric/ To Whom It May Concern, On Wednesday, April 18th, Christ the King students were treated to a special multi-media presentation performed by Absolute, a group that travels all over Canada to speak to teens about critical issues such as taking drugs, alcohol, pre-marital sex, abortion (editor's note: we ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/04/18/christ-the-king-secondary-rocked-the-house/ To Whom It May Concern: Absolute Motivational Experience came to visit our school in February 2007.  Not only were they energetic and willing to take the time to meet and greet the entire student body before the show, they were also outstanding while performing.  The band "The Reception" was great.  The ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/03/28/rosseau-lake-college-lasting-feeling-of-excitement/ To Whom This May Concern: Our School experienced the ABSOLUTE presentation this afternoon. All responses were favourable, both from staff and students. The set up time and tear down time were professionally managed. The lighting, sound and video effects were top-notch. The message was positive. Thank you from Souris Regional High School, Sincerely, Anna ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/03/17/souris-regional-high-school-all-responses-were-favourable/ To whom it may concern: I would like to take time to express my gratitude and appreciation to the Absolute Team, who came to Macdonald High School in Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue on the 14th of March, 2007.  the team did a fantastic job. The presentation itself was polished and professional.  the students were engaged ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/03/14/macdonald-high-school-students-were-engaged/ To Whom It May Concern: On behalf of Stonepark school, I am pleased to write this letter of recommendation for the Absolute Leadership Development Inc.  Today marks the third visit of this show to our school and we know every year that each show is as powerful and meaningful as the ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/03/12/stonepark-intermediate-school/ To Whom It May Concern: Stewarttown Middle School is a school of approximately 480 students in grades 6, 7 and 8. On January 26th, our entire student body, staff and several parents from our School Council were treated to the one hour Absolute Experience. Fifteen energetic and talented young adults presented ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/02/22/stewarttown-middle-school-energetic-and-talented/ To Whom It May Concern: Today, the students at F. J. Brennan High School were entertained by professional musicians and a staff of dedicated and personable individuals. The many comments made after the show indicated that both staff and students enjoyed the whole presentation. The message and music made for a very ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/02/16/f-j-brennan-catholic-high-school-character-building/ To Whom It May Concern: Absolute Productions brought a motivating, entertaining, thought provoking, assembly presentation to KLDCS that touched our students and staff. It inspired students to speak out about bullying experiences, investigate the, "hero holiday" possibilities, and commit to sponsoring a child ... to think about the opportunities we all ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/02/09/kirkland-lake-district-composite-school-very-effective/ To: Absolute Leadership I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your wonderful presentation in highlighting bullying, self worth and general citizenship through your band. It was an experience that both the students and staff greatly benefited from. Please accept this cheque as a token of our appreciation. ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/02/07/st-ann-catholic-school-students-greatly-benefitted/ Dear Tina, We'd like to take this opportunity to write about the performance of the group Absolute on February 22, 2007.  We, the staff and students of Cadarackque Public School has the pleasure of watching this group perform many important facts of Bullying.  Their performance was informative and expressed a great motivational ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/01/28/cadarackque-public-school-performance-was-informative/ Dear Ryan: Thank you for participating in the eQUEST - pursuit of equality student conference on Nov. 29, 2006.  Your display booth played an integral part in the success of this event and the students' learning experiences. Over 400 students came together to learn more about the importance of global development and ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/01/03/peel-district-school-board-grateful-for-the-global-development-information/ To whom it may concern: The Notre Dame community would like to thank the staff at Absolute for their positive and relevant presentation.  The staff and students were very receptive to your statistics, ideas and possible solutions to the challenges and hurdles that teenagers face on a daily basis.  It was ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2006/12/19/notre-dame-regional-secondary-better-students-in-and-outside-the-school/ To Whom It May Concern: It gives me great pleasure to have the opportunity to write a letter of reference for Absolute Leadership Development Inc. I have worked closely with this organization for five years now and have a high level of respect for their organization, activities and staff. ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2006/12/04/durham-college-cutting-edge/ Dear Absolute Team, Wow what a great performance and presentation!  It is not easy to perform in a school of 1,400 students.  The pupils in attendance were masterfully engaged as the show progressed.  The variety of entertainment and real life stories, I am sure assisted individuals in the audience to reinforce ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2006/11/22/walter-murray-collegiate-institute-educated-in-an-interactive-format/ Dear Vaden Earle: On behalf of the students and staff members of Frontier Collegiate Institute (F.C.I.), I would like to thank the members of Absolute for helping us understand the true meaning of compassion.  The muli-media presentation, the inspiring messages that were from the hearts of the young adults and the ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2006/11/21/frontier-school-division-provided-hope-for-the-future/ Hi all, On behalf of the organizing committee for the Manitoba Leadership Conference, I want to thank each of the Absolute Team for the sincerity and energy you bring to your work!!  Our delegates and advisers were touched by your messages in so many ways. Thank you for staying over on Saturday...you ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2006/10/10/manitoba-student-leadership-conference-2006-sincerity-and-energy/ ABSOLUTE rocks!! We at Ballenas were most fortunate to have ABSOLUTE perform for our entire school (1,000 students) in each of the past two years. The combination of pulsating music, powerful personal testimonies and thought provoking statistics of a world in need, combine for an outstanding, memory-making presentation. Two students from ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2006/06/15/ballenas-secondary-school-absolute-rocks/ To the Absolute Team, On behalf of the Grand Trunk SADD Committee, Wildwood FCSS and Wildwood School, we would like to thank you for bringing your amazing program to our school! The students LOVED the band 'Rides Again'. Many of our students bought CD's that day and some students have told ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2006/06/06/wildwood-school/ The impact Absolute had on Parkview's student body was tremendous. Many students stayed after the presentation to talk to the band members and speakers. Students had their t-shirts and jeans autographed and were interested in the hero program that was being displayed. Many students sought out further information and/or signed up ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2006/06/03/parkview-secondary-school-tremendous-impact/ To the Absolute Team, On behalf of the SADD committee, Wildwood FCSS and Grand Trunk High School, we would like to thank you for bringing your amazing program to our school! The students LOVED the band, RIDES AGAIN. Many of our students bought CD's that day and are really talking a ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2006/06/01/grand-trunk-high-school-unforgettable-message/ Dear Vaden, Thank you for the opportunity to offer Absolute to our school population once again this year. AS with last year's presentation, the youth had very positive energy and feedback about the impact of the presentation on them. Certainly, the ideas and themes presented left youth with a lot to ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2006/05/28/lockview-high-school-teen-health-centre-immediately-connected/ Dear Vaden Earle: I am writing this letter to thank you for your Absolute presentation. The students rated your presentation very highly. They thought the participants were good speakers. Bringing in a celebrity like Miss Canada was well received and appreciated by all the student body and members of the staff. The ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2006/05/24/pine-grove-middle-school-hard-act-to-follow/ To Whom It May Concern: It is with high regard and great pleasure to recommend the group of young individuals who make up the team 'ABSOLUTE'. Absolute has performed for the past two years at Dunbarton High School and we are eager to bring them back for round three. In my ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2006/05/22/dunbarton-high-school-captivating-and-intriguing/ Dear Absolute, This year’s presentation was very informative and interesting. I think that to make people want to listen you have to make it enjoyable and especially right now with what has been going on in our town we really needed encouragement on positive choices, which was just what you guys ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2006/05/12/eston-composite-school-informative-and-interesting/ To whomever it may concern: We were fortunate enough to have the Absolute team perform at Birchwood Intermediate on March 15, 2006. Students and staff alike are still buzzing with excitement as a result of the performance. The absolute team managed to offer very important messages on a variety ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2006/03/27/birchwood-intermediate-illustrated-the-sincerity-of-the-performers/ Dear Vaden: Your presentation to our school was very well done! The messages are timeless and the folks delivering the testimony on each of the themes came across very well. The band and their music were a big hit with the youth. I was impressed by the lyrics tying into or ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2006/03/06/sacred-heart-high-school-the-messages-are-timeless/ Dear Vaden and Absolute Team: Once again your presentation was dynamic, entertaining and value driven. The students at Lively District Secondary School were led to examine issues regarding personal safety, relationships and values, all within a setting that appealed to their age group and emotions. Students left the presentation feeling positive ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/12/20/lively-district-secondary-school-dynamic-entertaining-and-value-driven/ Dear Vaden; The Board of Directors of the Canadian Association of Student Activity Advisors and the nearly 1000 delegates from every province in Canada, sincerely thanks you for your ongoing contribution to our annual Canadian Student Leadership Conference identifying you as a 'supporter of and an investor in' our youth. Generous ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/12/19/casaa-canadian-association-of-student-activity-advisors/ Dear Vaden, On behalf of the students and staff of Fenelon Falls Secondary School, I wish to thank you and your performers for a rousing and inspiring show on December 14, 2005. Your positive message and your emphasis on making smart choices resonated within our student body. They particularly enjoyed Sunday ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/12/16/fenelon-falls-secondary-school-rousing-and-inspiring-show/ On Tuesday Dec 13th, Absolute came to Bear Creek Secondary School (Barrie) for the 3rd Straight year with their multimedia motivational assembly "Everyday Heroes". This assembly, similar to the previous ones, was great. It focused on how students can make positive life choices that will affect themselves, the community and the ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/12/15/bear-creek-secondary-school-everyday-heroes/ To Whom It May Concern: We were fortunate enough to have young people from Absolute Motivational Experience make two presentations at our school on November 15, 2005. We have had many school assemblies during my four years at I.E. Weldon, but I can safely say that Absolute's was by far the ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/11/21/ie-weldon-secondary-school-struck-a-deep-chord-with-our-students/ Dear Absolute Members, The students and staff of Marymount Academy would like to thank you for the phenomenal performance that you gave at our school, on October 7th, 2005. The presentation provided students with helpful positive feedback, while educating them on the numerous issues of our society. Not only was your performance ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/11/13/marymount-academy-phenomenal-performance/ To Whom It May Concern: Absolute came and performed at our school in 2004. They gave such an amazing show that, by student request, we had to have them back again. On November 9th, 2005, Absolute arrived at Lockview with smiles on their faces, ready to give us a good time. They ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/11/09/lockview-high-school-students-were-on-the-edge-of-their-seats/ Dear Mr. Earle: Last week, our students and staff had the opportunity to attend your group's presentation, which I believe has a significant impact on many of us. Your combination of video, music, singing, story telling and sharing touched on the diverse topics including personal goals, self esteem, bullying, sex, drugs, alcohol, ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/10/18/bishop-tonnos-catholic-secondary-school-significant-impact/ Dear Ryan and Members of the ABSOLUTE Team: I wish to thank you on behalf of the staff and students of Bishop Ryan Secondary School. Your presentation today highlighted some very important messages that all students need to hear. Your organized, effective and fast moving presentation certainly maximized the time available to ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/10/11/bishop-ryan-catholic-secondary-school-left-students-with-a-sense-of-hope/ On behalf of the Aden Bowman SRC I would like to thank you for the opportunity your group brought to your school. It was a positive, well-orchestrated presentation that conveyed a more powerful message, "your life has a purpose", then how to live your life. The audience, on a majority, ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/05/13/aden-bowman-collegiate-meaningful-and-concise/ Dear ABSOLUTE team: Thank you for your presentation at Wakaw School today. I can think of no higher praise from high school students than staying after the bell rings. One of my students reported to me that she felt that you got your message across. The message she received is: "If ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/05/03/wakaw-school-you-dont-know-what-you-can-do-until-you-try/ Dear Ryan Wood, Thank you so much for contacting me at Langenburg High School to consider hosting an "Absolute" performance there. It was serendipitous for sure. Every student and teacher I spoke with raved about the performance.  The students were impressed with the format, the entertainment and stories and how they ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/04/01/langenburg-high-school-raved-about-the-performance/ Dear Absolute: In September of 2004, I had the opportunity to see your presentation at the Canadian Student Leadership Conference in Abbotsford, British Columbia. After seeing your show, I absolutely insisted that my school have the chance to see what I had experienced. Your show had a positive impact on my life ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/03/31/rothesay-high-school-positive-impact/ Dear Ms. Earle: This note is to thank you and your cast for a very memorable presentation. The topics covered and the message given are very relevant to our teens and the many challenges they face. There was a lot of positive feedback from the students here at Barton. Good luck on your mission. Yours ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/03/30/barton-secondary-school-relevant-to-teens/ To Whom it May Concern:  Your Name says it all, you guys are ABSOLUTE! Absolutely entertaining, absolutely engaging, absolutely relevant, absolutely ABSOLUTE. The buzz around school in the few hours since your performance is unparalleled. Teachers and students alike have stopped me in the hall to comment on your presentation. I would ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/03/15/three-oaks-senior-high-performance-is-unparalleled/ Dear Vaden Earle; It was our privilege to have Absolute perform for the second time at Dunbarton HS. The show was absolutely amazing and the impact they made on our students was visible. The video, music and message each member relayed has brought meaning and hope to many of our students. ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/03/06/dunbarton-high-school-absolutely-amazing/ Dear Vaden Earle, On behalf of Sir Winston Churchill, we would like to extend our greatest gratitude and appreciation for the exceptional presentation that you put on for the staff and students at our school on February 25, 2005. The presentation's variety and quick pace was geared to students of all ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/03/03/sir-winston-churchill-life-altering-experience/ A Letter of Recommendation Recently, Absolute performed at our school assembly for 1800 students as part of our Teacher Adviser Program. The presentation was outstanding! It is a fast-paced blend of music, humor, and personal stories that is very well received by students. The messages are straight to the point, and ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/03/03/st-thomas-more-presentation-was-outstanding/ To Whom It May Concern: On behalf of the Assembly Committee at Ancaster High School, we would like to extend our thanks to "Absolute" for their engaging and informative presentation dealing with many issues young people today. The production was a good mix of music, humour and information and the students ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/03/02/ancaster-high-school-engaging-and-informative-presentation/ Hello Vaden, I just wanted to take a minute to say ‘thank you!’ We at Faze Magazine are very impressed with the work you are doing and appreciate your efforts in getting a positive and empowering message to teens. The show I attended in Hamilton was dynamic and engaging, but more importantly it ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2007/08/28/faze-magazine-it-was-clear-you-struck-a-chord/ Hello Vaden, I just wanted to take a minute to say 'thank you!' We at Faze Magazine are very impressed with the work you are doing and appreciate your efforts in getting a positive and empowering message to teens. The show I attended in Hamilton was dynamic and engaging, but more importantly it ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/02/28/faze-magazine-it-was-clear-you-struck-a-chord/ Dear Absolute,  I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for the wonderful presentation yesterday. The students, from Grades Seven to Twelve were fully engaged in the presentation. The students enjoyed the humorous, fast-paced nature of the show and the variety of the presentation styles. You delivered a very positive ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/02/18/lakefield-district-intermediate-high-enjoyment-level/ To Whom it May Concern:  Thank you for coming to our school last week. Your presentation was received with enthusiasm by our students - you certainly know how to "hook" kids. You are able to keep their attention by employing various presentation formats. Using a live band and video clips interspersed ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2005/02/14/saugeen-district-received-with-enthusiasm/ Dear Vaden Earle, Elliot Lake Secondary School had the group ABSOLUTE made a presentation in our gym on Monday, November 22nd at 8:45 a.m. The group was energetic, and certainly caught the students' attention. The feedback from students indicates the messages on alcohol, sex, drugs and bullying were received. These topics are ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2004/11/26/elliot-lake-secondary-certainly-caught-the-students-attention/ Dear Ms. Diane Ciarallo: On behalf of the 2004 Canadian Student Leadership Conference Host Committee, we would like to thank you for providing an entertaining and informative presentation to the delegates and advisers attending our conference. Your participation enabled us to address our four pillars - education, culture, history and socialization. ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2004/10/26/cslc-entertaining-and-informative/ I recently attended the Canadian Student Leadership Conference (CSLC 2004) in Abbotsford/Mission. My students and I had a great time listening to great motivational speakers, learning from small group sessions and meeting new friends and colleagues from all across Canada.   WE would like to thank you for helping to sponsor ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2004/10/07/clsc-great-time/ Dear Mr. Earle: This Letter is written in gratitude for the presentation by Absoluteto St. Joseph-Scollard Hall Catholic Secondary School in North Bay Ontario, on Friday, September 17, 2004. The young men and women involved with this performance were both professional and very accommodating with our requests. The presentation was very well received ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2004/09/23/st-joseph-scollard-hall-in-gratitude/ To whom it may concern, I am pleased to write this letter of support on behalf of our school for the cast and team of "Absolute". We had the opportunity to provide an assembly for our grade 8 and 9 students (approximately 600) who were excited, inspired and deeply impacted by ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2004/04/27/stonepark-intermediate-school-deeply-impacted/ To Whom It May Concern: Thank you for your presentation on April 14, 2004. The following are some of the comments I received from teachers and students after the show. "... the grade 10's thought it was informative, fun and interactive ... they were moved by the last story ... they even ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2004/04/23/rick-hansen/ Re: Life Interrupted, The Life Interrupted concert performed at our school was awesome. It was exciting, attention getting and interesting. The live rock music, smoke, lights and testimonials kept peoples attention and got them thinking for the entire hour. The Students felt it was the best event we have had at ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2004/03/18/quill-lake-school-best-event-we-have-had-at-our-school-ever/ To Whom It May Concern: On Friday, October 24, 2003, we had the pleasure of having the motivational group "Absolute" perform at our school. Absolute's presentation was very interactive, energetic and powerful. Over 200 students, teachers and invited guests were treated to a dynamic, enthusiastic, one-hour show that appeared to touch the ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2003/12/10/dorset-collegiate-just-fantastic/ Dear Sir, We have recently had the pleasure of having the group of Absolute perform at our school. The presentation was highly charged, enthusiastic and teen focused. The dynamism of this group drew an immediate reaction from our students. The variety in the music, stories and presentation kept heir attention and ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2003/06/06/jean-vanier-catholic-school-kept-attention-and-challenged/ To Whom it May Concern:  Absolute came to perform at our youth rally, on February 14, 2003, Valentines Day and what a sweet performance it was! Students from our entire school division applauded every second of this action-packed presentation. What did this include? Well maybe it would be good to start off with ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2003/05/29/broadview-school-powerful-message/ To Whom It May Concern: On Thursday, February 27th, 2003, the group 'Absolute' presented a dynamic one-hour multimedia presentation, which focused on making positive choices for the future. Members of the group interacted exceptionally well with students before and during the presentation. The personal stories, covering topics such as substance abuse, ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2003/03/03/valleyview-secondary-interacted-exceptionally-well/ TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, RE: ABSOLUTE PRESENTATION A few months ago I receive a telephone call from a fellow calling himself Vaden Earle in Toronto, Ontario. He talked to me about a big screen, band and break dance presentation focusing on "choices" that teenagers have to make. I talked to our SRG ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2002/11/26/melville-comprehensive-school-very-effective/ To Whom It May Concern: As former Education Coordinator for Teen Challenge Farm, a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center and presently working with the homeless, I am very much aware of the desperate situation of our youth. Each year hundreds of our youth find themselves on the streets or in some ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2002/10/13/teen-challenge-farm-outstanding-approach/ To Whom It May Concern: I am pleased to be writing this letter of recommendation for Absolute Mission. Their presentation at our school on May 9th, 2002 was outstanding. It provided a positive message on a number of societal issues affecting today's adolescents in an informative and entertaining manner. Students did ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2002/05/24/bawating-collegiate-extremely-worthwhile/ To Whom it May Concern:  This morning our high school aged students were engaged in a values - oriented presentation that continually kept the attention of the audience. The presentation that continually kept the attention of the audience. The presentation had heartfelt stories, health statistics, and focus on future choices and ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2002/05/15/essex-district-high-school/ To Whom It May Concern: On May 10th, 2002, the Group called 'Absolute' provided a program, an hour in length, for the entire school population (650) in our gymnasium. Students and staff alike were impressed with both the delivery and the message. Making good choices in spite of roadblocks was the basic ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2002/05/13/central-algoma-secondary-impressed-with-delivery/ To Whom It May Concern, Our school recently hosted "Absolute" for a full school assembly and for our feeder elementary school Grade 7 and 8 classes. Both the students and staff were impressed with the message of making good choices that this committed group of young people were giving. Their entertaining ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2002/05/10/white-pines-collegiate-very-effective/ To Whom It May Concern: We had the pleasure of treating our grade 9-12 student body to a multi-media presentation by Absolute on Tuesday, April 9th, 2002. The presentation was very entertaining! and it packed an educational punch too! The very talented young people reinforced their message of positive life choices ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2002/05/06/central-collegiate-institute-packed-an-educational-punch/ To Whom It May Concern: The Absolute presentation under the guidance of Vaden Earle was very well received by our grades nine to twelve at Milden Central School. The performance was fast paced with athletic dance performances, music and real life stories. Throughout the performance, the message of making good choices ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2002/05/06/milden-central-school-definitely-had-impact/ To Whom it May Concern:  On behalf of the students and staff of W.P. Sandin Composite High School in Shellbrook, Saskatchewan, I offer our appreciation for an excellent presentation. The multi-media presentation, "Gone in Sixty Seconds" was a high energy captivating show with a awesome message. Both staff and students commented ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2002/04/22/wp-sandin-composite-high-high-energy/ To Whom It May Concern: We recently had this group perform at our school for our grade 7 and 8 students. The show was a complete success. Students' attention was maintained for the duration of the performance. Their expertise in performing for students of this age level and the relevance of the ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2002/04/19/margaret-twomey-public-school-complete-success/ RE: MISSION ABSOLUTE PRESENTATION IN THUNDER BAY I am writing this letter on behalf of our Youth Council (The Regional Multicultural Youth Council) to thank you and the Mission Absolute team for visiting the Dennis Franklin Cromarty High School in Thunder Bay last week. We are pleased to have sponsored the ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2001/11/21/multicultural-association-of-northwestern-ontario-exceeded-all-expectations/ Attention Vaden and Christal Earle: On behalf of the students and staff at Lake Superior High School, I offer our thanks for the excellent presentation. The speakers were awesome and the musical/dance presentations were captivating. I wish you continued success. Your message is real, and it had an impact on our students. ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2001/11/12/lake-superior-high-school-excellent-presentation/ To Whom it May Concern: I had the distinct pleasure of experiencing the presentation that your group delivered to the youth at the Manitouwadge High School. As a result of having delivered many information based presentation to the same age group over the years I am confident in saying that your ... http://motivate.absolute.org/2000/12/04/manitouwadge-community-services-real-impact/