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What people have said about Pre-Teen America:
- "I was very impressed to find a program that truly strives to
recognize the important accomplishments and contributions made by our nation's youth. By
placing emphasis on a young girl’s involvement in academics, the arts and in her
community – rather than on outward beauty and elaborate clothing- the Pre-Teen
America Program works to recognize qualities and ideals that, as a Nation, we should work
to foster in our youth."
Pamela J. Earp
Director of Adult High School and Community Services
Johnston Community College-Smithfield, NC
- "Thank you for a wonderful year of support by your organization to benefit Shriners
Hospitals for Children. Your Philanthropy is very much appreciated and will make a
positive difference in the lives of the children that come to us for help."
Paul Gramblin
Shriner's Hospital for Children-Tampa, FL
- "Thank you, Miss Pat, for your vision that has inspired so many young women to
develop their potential to the fullest. Thank you for the loving way you have guided this
program...for the standards of excellence that make Pre-Teen America exceptional..for the
laughs and the fun, and the lifetime friendships that result.''
Reverend & Mrs. Davis Carothers
Wesson, MS
- "I felt compelled to share my feelings with you regarding the Pre-Teen Scholarship
Program. 1 have found it ro be rewarding,encouraging, and a motivating experience for
young people who are continuing their early development toward becoming successful and
confident young ladies. The Program provides an avenue for developing personal strengths
and serves as a motivational tool for youngsters who are academically talented and gifted.
My daughter has made friends with other children from throughout our state that I
expect to last a lifetime and I have noticed a measurable advance in her self-esteem.
Needless to say, I am quite pleased with the program and its concepts.''
Ollie Ruth McFadden
Counselor Detroit Public Schools - Detroit, MI
'The Pre-Teen America Scholarship and Recognition Program is a great
incentive for students to work hard academically. It also encourages children to be well
rounded individuals that work well with others. I am convinced that participants in this
program are our future leaders and will shepherd us into the 21st century''
Dr. Jack E. Nichols
Principal
Altizer elementary - Huntington, W,VA
"I would like to congratulate you and
all the other people who helped to produce the 1999 Pre-Teen California
Scholarship and Recognition Program! It was a fantastic program
and my daughter and I enjoyed it immensely. As a parent, I know
how much the girls gain from being in a program such as Pre-Teen - they
learn self-confidence, how to work in a group (the production number),
how to handle pressure (the knowledgeability test, the interview, the
on-stage acknowledgement of accomplishments, as well as, the optional
speech and talent presentations), how to be responsible (thanking
sponsors), etc. It also gives them a wonderful opportunity to get to
know other young ladies with similar characteristics and interests from
other parts of the stat (and country!). My husband and I can't praise or
congratulate you and the others involved in Pre-Teen enough,
BRAVO!
Dana & Phil Matthews
Attorney-at-Law
Pleasant Hill, CA
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"My Daughter and I have been involved with the
Pre-Teen Arkansas and Pre-Teen America program since 1994. It has
been a wonderful experience for both of us. Through the program, our
entire family has made strong friendships that are very dear to us.
The program is not about outward beauty but helps develop inner beauty in
our children, which is most important. The Pre-Teen Program will
always be a part of our lives as it continues to develop the future of
young people."
Rev. & Mrs. Mark Stripling
North Little Rock, AR
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"Our two daughters have participated in the Pre-Teen
Program and we have come away inspired to be better parents, to be better individuals. This program empowers families and reinforces to
pre-teens what they are doing right. It also creates the opportunity
for resiliency and introspection in how to reevaluate and reach personal
goals. Most importantly it connects people and creates a forum for
effecting change in the future direction of society. I applaud you
for commending America's youth."
Frank & Shara Walters
Staunton, VA
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"Being involved in the Pre-Teen Tennessee program for
the past five years has provided my daughter the opportunity to grow in
many ways. She has gained a level of self-confidence that will carry
her successfully through life. Pre-Teen families develop a bond with
each other and become excellent friends. Some of our closest friends
today are one that we met through the program."
Max Kenneth Moffet
Cleveland, TN
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"Pre-Teen America has allowed our daughter the opportunity to share her
talents, in a special and encouraging atmosphere. Your program has helped
to cultivate her both intellectually and socially. More importantly, the program, because of the high moral and ethical values it instills, has been
one of the most valuable experiences that our family has shared. It's refreshing to see practical life and Godly principles shared outside the
four walls of the Church. Further, the Pre-Teen America program has provided fun, challenges, and a
host of excitement and growth experiences for our entire family. The program is a viable instrument for instilling self-confidence and
selflessness in the lives of the young ladies that you have touched, as well
as in parents like us. It has allowed us to look outside our immediate circles and see others that have the same high ideals for families
everywhere. We can look beyond the special gifts that our children possess,
and see how God has gifted many, many more from the wonderfully basic to the
accomplished individual. All are valued and recognized so beautiful through
your program. Thank you Pre-Teen America for looking beyond merely the outer image. Your
program truly challenges and strengthens our girls' abilities and touches the soul."
"What a 'Win-Win' for all!"
Alvin E. Davis & Denise O. Davis
(Parents of Ashly-Nikkole Davis)
San Francisco, CA
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