Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement

“In an educational landscape where many educators have the ‘not one more thing’ mentality, Choose Love is a breath of fresh air. In fact, it is the time I most look forward to all week.” -- E Birdin, Long Meadow Elementary, CT "We have seen such a positive change in children and teachers. They are finding gratitude in the smallest things - these children live in extreme poverty, yet they are grateful. I've seen an increase in resilience in the students overall. I think the biggest change we've seen is the compassion they show to one another now. They are able to step outside of themselves and recognize the pain of others. I've had kids bring other kids to my room and say, 'he needs to be in our group because ...' ” -- Lisa Mackenzie, CA “Teaching the core concepts of the Choose Love Enrichment Program fundamentally transformed my classroom and became part of our culture. During the course of teaching the formula for choosing love, my classroom climate improved dramatically and students began using the phrase ‘choosing love’ not only in our classroom but in their daily lives. In addition, I personally benefited and was able to use the lessons in my own life. I feel that I am a better person because I implemented the Choose Love Enrichment Program in my class.” -- Krislyn Petti, Wilby High School, CT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B17nOEdXm5A

2024 Choose Love Educator Survey ● 99% of educators believe the program is effective ● 76% of educators reported students showing more COURAGE (trying new or difficult tasks, expressing themselves more, etc) ● 80% of educators reported students showing more GRATITUDE (appreciation, empathy, kindness) ● 72% of educators reported students showing more FORGIVENESS (less aggression, more self-emotional control) ● 79% of educators reported an increase in COMPASSION-IN-ACTION (improved social skills, enhanced connections) ● 61% of educators reported increased academic success ● 75% of respondents reported an improvement in classroom climate ● 69% of respondents reported an improvement in students' behavior ● 84% of educators say they enjoy teaching the program ● 78% of educators believe students enjoy the program ● 68% of educators report increased job satisfaction as a result of teaching Choose Love ● 82% of educators report benefitting personally from the Choose Love Program ● 33% of educators report improvement with attendance