High
Schools
"What was so amazing about your presentation was how unorthodox it was. When we hear 'drunk driving presentation'
we think that a person is going to stand in front of us for a hour and try to bring us to tears, purposely or not.
What was so great about your presentation was that it was nothing like that. It was funny! You made people laugh
and it was as if we were fish and you had the fishing rod with the bait. Of course, when you got to the
seriousness of the situation, it was not fun and games, but even when you were making a point, you found a way
to express it so we felt and understood what you meant without feeling terrible. Also, what you went through,
your tragedy, was not what the presentation was about in it's entirety; you also showed us how we can feel good
about ourselves and how we are all worth something. You can only imagine what that means to so many people, knowing
that they are appreciated and loved. I had never met you before today, and yet I felt like you cared about each
and every kid in that auditorium. All of this is by no means an easy feat, and you deserve so much credit for what
you do."
High School Student
"Thank you Bobby. Just a moment ago, as I was typing, I looked down at my wrist and there was the baby blue
bracelet that says "The Power Of Each Decision." Every time I see it, I'll think of all you told us. It's rare
that somebody can truly make an imprint on kids, especially at our age, but I think it's safe to say that you had
a lasting effect on many of us. Thanks again for everything."
Roslyn, High School Student
"Your
presentation was a highlight of the summit and provided inspiration
to all of us!"
Linda Jones, Supervisor - Safe & Drug Free Schools, Pinellas
County
"I
have never seen a group of students connect so intensely with a speaker.
Your message was truly uplifting and though provoking. Your words and
your presence inspired the entire community!" Kathy
Nellor, Coord. Drug-Free Schools - Westside Schools, Omaha, NE
"Your
words are still echoing through the halls of our school. Our principal
was so struck by student reaction that he purchased several copies of
your books to lend to students and adults as a way of continuing the
positive effect of your presentation. Your message was delivered with
authenticity and intense caring for our students."
Rhonda
G. Dykes, Guidance Counselor - Snow Hill High School, MD
"You left a mark on the hearts of our community. You made a difference
with one simple, but powerful message. Thanks for being so honest with
the students and for making the teachers seem like human beings."
Rebecca Gill, Student Council Sponsor - Ravenna Public Schools, NE
"I
am still receiving positive feedback from your visit, you did a great
job!"
Mike Link, Lake-Geauga Center, OH
"We
are in the final few days of school and I am continually amazed at the
number of students who are still talking about hearing you in February."
Tammie Reeder, R.N., Health Svcs. Coord. - New Albany City Schools,
MS
"Keep
up the fight with what you do!"
Richard Rosenthal, Guidance and Addictions Counselor - Delcastle
Technical H.S., DE
"Everyone
was very moved by your powerful presentation!"
Donna R. Loftin, Principal - Santa Fe H.S., TX
"I
have had parents tell me that their children came home excited about
your program!"
Sue Entrekin, Teacher/SADD Advisor - Red Bay H.S., AL
"The
response to your program was overwhelmingly positive from the children
to the administration!, some comments; COOL, AWESOME, EMOTIONAL, GENUINE,
FUNNY, etc."
Patricia Antonelli - South High School, NY
"Your
personal touch and "real" approach received resounding praise
and will have a lasting impact on all of those in attendance!"
Kathy Johnson, Intervention Coord. - Henrico County Public Schools,
VA
"Bobby's
program is dynamic, inspirational and heartwarming. We have never had
such an enthusiastic response from staff and students alike."
Regina Kenyon, Teen Institute Advisor - Canton South H.S., OH
"Your
message is right on target for our youth. Your program is well worth
the time you give up in instructional time. The best recommendation
I could give is that I wished my two children could have heard him."
Keith Bonin, Principal - Vinton H.S., LA
"What
can I say? You were unbelievable - so sincere - so moving - so impactful!
Staff members were in my office singing your praises!"
Laraine Millman, Guidance Counselor, SADD Advisor - Long Beach High
School, NY