Teacher evaluations and comments
about Long Beach ALIVE

After the child abuse prevention classes are given by the Long Beach ALIVE presenters, the teachers have the opportunity to evaluate our presenters.  Here is what they say:

  1. Was the presenter knowledgeable about the domestic violence topics discussed?
    1. Alvarado 5/15/10 - Yes, Jim was great - he presented info in a gentle way - my students listened carefully. I could tell the sexual abuse info brought about giggles, but Jim just kept going and absorbed their anxiety - he was wonderful.
    2. International 12/12/08 - Jim was extremely knwledgeable and conveyed the information to the students fabulously.
    3. Lincoln 11/3/08 - Dorris was able to present informatin clearly to students in a very tasteful manner.
    4. Lincoln 7/15/08 - Peter is very knowledgeable.  He has a wonderful presentation voice that was very calming and reassuring.
    5. Tucker 1/22/08 - Ms. Flynn was very knowledgeable.
    6. Edison - 10/2/07 - David did an excellent job delivering this sensitive material to the students.
    7. Willard - "Peter was very knowledgeable and presented the information in an excellent manner."
    8. Kettering - "Yes, very much so. Lisa's demeanor was bright and approachable."
    9. Lincoln - "Thomas provided the information to the students so that they were able to understand."
    10. Sutter - "Lisa has excellent communication skills, especially 'child friendly' vocabulary."
    11. Keller - "Peter is very knowledgeable - he connected very well with the students."
  2. Was the child abuse presentation age appropriate?
    1. Tincher 5/18/10 - Peter - Yes, it was presented at a level and in a way the kids could understand.
    2. Burnett 11/12/08 - Jim - Yes, he always made sure the kids understood by aksing them to give him their definition of a word, so it was kept at their level and kept appropriate.
    3. Lincoln - "Absolutely! Diane kept their interest!"
    4. Muir - "Mary presented the strong points delicately.  I think some of the video scenes were a little strong - it made me cringe, but then again it is reality.  I think the students benefited from the presentation and are now aware of what can happen."
    5. Sutter - "Yes.  Lisa kept the content non-explicit, but each student knew what the subject matter was."
  3. What were the strong points of the child abuse prevention program?
    1. Burnett 2/17/10 - Peter - The videos are a powerful part of the program. Also having a presenter who is comfortable with students and interacting with them as was Peter.
    2. Burroughs 10/20/09 - The program opens a dialogue about a sensitive topic in a safe and appropriate way for kids.
    3. Burnett 11/12/08 - Peter reviewed what was discussed.  He stopped the video on day 1 throughout, and heped the students understand what was happening.
    4. Henry 11/2/07 - Peter engaged the students and explained everything at their level.
    5. Keller - "Jan knew how to speak to 4th graders".
    6. Lincoln - "Paul had a natural rapport with the students. The video was thought provoking and presented a their level of understanding in an appropriate, non-threatening format."
    7. Lincoln - "Karen clearly defined abuse and gave kids resources to help them."
    8. Burnett - Mary's friendly rapport with the students made them feel safe and comfortable asking questions and sharing comments."
    9. Sutter - "Thomas had the sensitivity as well as the ability to relate to the students in a sincere manner that was helpful to students for a good role model, as well as information about abuse.  The video was a plus also."
    10. Tincher - "Pat provided knowledge and resources for those who might need them."
  4. Additional Comments
    1. Keller 5/21/10 - Jim did a fabulousjob. This is a great program that elicits lots of questions and comments.
    2. Burroughs 10/20/09 - Jim has a comforting approach with the kids.  The videos are well done and very effective at opening up the discussion.
    3. Tincher 1/27/09 - Jan Everything went well.  Great classroom management by the presenter.
    4. MacArthur 12/3/07 - Jim was fantastic.  He related well to this age group.  His is calm and has a great speaking voice.  His pacing is great too.
    5. Lincoln 8/16/07 - Excellent program!  It really empowers our kids to speak up for themselves and their friends.  It stresses that abuse is not their fault and gives them options on how to get help (ie - the hotline).
    6. Lafayette 7/13/07 - "Very wonderful program.  As a result, one student disclosed sexual abuse and is receiving services - 'Breaking the Silence'".
    7. Barnett - "Overall, the presentations have always empowered my students to share their feelings more and stand up for themselves when something doesn't feel right physically or emotionally."
    8. Barnett - "This was an excellent program for my students to learn about.  It was very valuable for them!"
    9. Lincoln - "Karen, thank you very much."
    10. Burroughs - Mary, this is the second year I have seen this presentation.  Last year 2 children came to me with abuse issues.  I hope to think this program helped the kids come forward."
    11. Sutter - "Mary, the students really need to continue to be exposed to this kind of information."
    12. Sutter - "Paul, your presentation could have been done in one hour, but the students looked forward to your coming again."
    13. Willard - "Peter was well prepared and had the kids' attention."
    14. Willard - "Peter, this is a great program.  It would be nice for the students to report back to their parents or share a mini project on a journal writing.  A lot of parents need to know that this program exists."
    15. Willard - "Mary, it is very helpful for an outside source to speak with students regarding child abuse.  Students react much better and more honestly than with their teacher."
    16. Kettering - "Mary, this is a very worthwhile and important program."
    17. Willard - "Mary, the PTA requested a speaker for our general PTA meeting to speak to parents - great idea!"
    18. Sutter - "Lisa, This is a great program.  I am glad you provide this service for our students."
    19. Gompers - "Great program - should be in every school - important.

Here are notes from the school staff about our program:

Harte:  Thank you for your kind remarks about Bret Harte and for your wonderful program.  The academic day demands so much of a teacher's time that he/she is not able to address the other vital topics in our children's lives.  A well-prepared program takes so much time, expertise, and manpower to produce.  You provide tat expertise, and the teacher sable to provide the follow-up attention.

Robin Sinks, LBUSD Health Curriculum Leader As you well know, family violence is a reality for many of our students.  It affects how they feel about themselves, how they relate to adults and peers, how they cope with stress, and how they perform at school.   Long Beach ALIVE, a non-profit providing services in Long Beach since 1990, offers educational presentations about child abuse and family violence for 4th and 5th grade students, resource cards for school support staff working with families, and referrals to local agencies providing counseling and support services to families affected by violence.  The presentations, provided at no cost to schools, align to the Health Content Standards and Benchmarks and have been well received by teachers.