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| What Graduates Are Saying… |
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What Parents Are Saying… |
| "I thought camp was going to be like school, but after the first day my whole opinion changed about that. I made friends as soon as I walked threw the door. Everybody contributed wonderful ideas and goals that would help them and others. There were no boundaries in class, conversations and discussions were deep. What I benefited from the class was remarkable, because not only did I know what I wanted to do, I now have certain skills to help me." "Rising Stars has been a wonderful experience. In the five days since I have attended I have learned a lot about myself. I have learned about setting goals and managing my time, something that I have lacked but now have. I had never even thought about my school as a goal, I always thought that it was only work. However, Dr. Z was able to teach me that school was a goal on my way to college and medical school. Dr. Z taught me very valuable lessons that I have begun to apply even still being in the class. This is amazing, because these skills will be very valuable to me, and they already are. These skills are very simple, and I can’t believe that I didn’t get them. Dr. Z has changed my life, and I am going to be a better person." "Over this week long experience I have learned many things from The Rising Stars program. I have learned how to become a more cooperative and effective leader. I have also learned this week to raise my self-esteem and my self-confidence by speaking to myself positively and to cancel out any negative talk from my vocabulary. This experience was truly worth my time and I highly recommend this program to anyone who wants to be successful in his/her life." "This week has been very interesting and so much fun. I learned a lot of things that will benefit me next year such as, time management, self-leadership, secrets to success, and so forth…I know I’ll use some of it (the time management definitely)...Before I came, I didn’t want to come at all. But, my mom and step dad told me I was coming, like it or not. So I came and I learned things that will greatly help me in years to come." "Being part of your leadership course this week has been one of my most fulfilling experiences. I have been to many “camps” over the course of my life, but none can measure up to the Rising Stars program…I am now confident in my self-leading ability…I now know that my future holds whatever I want it to…Before Rising Stars, I didn’t have many goals and I never really thought about writing them down. Now I see the reward of writing down your goals so they aren’t just dreams floating around in my head. When I put my goal on paper, it feels more real, like I can actually accomplish it if I put my mind to it. Reciting my personal affirmations is making me feel more confident each and every day. The positive self-talk I now use is making a big difference!" "The summer Rising Stars Program was a wonderful experience that I will never forget. Along with teaching me how to organize myself and take charge of my life, Rising Stars has tremendously raised my self-esteem to a new level of confidence... Above all America’s Rising Stars taught me that I can succeed in anything I want to pursue and become whatever I want to become. I would definitely recommend this program to anyone! Rising Stars helps you to feel good with who you are!" "Although this class was not exactly as I expected, it became a great learning opportunity and enjoyable experience. Throughout this class I became more and more understanding of how to achieve what I want in life and reach my own dreams…Overall I think it was a great course…" "…I also really enjoyed our in depth discussions on a lot of the material. It’s really interesting to get different people’s points of view on the issues that we discuss. I think it’s important for the teens that you teach later on to open up like that. It really helps them understand different points of view and, like a good leader, become more open-minded. Again, I’d like to thank you for everything. I’m sure in the future you’ll help many more teens and adults." "The summer leadership program has proven to be an invaluable experience and life lesson. I've developed plans for success and improved my perception of myself and the rest of the world. By putting these skills to use, and by understanding and living by the concepts, I know that I will become whatever it is I want to become, because I, and only I, hold the key to my future." "The summer leadership program has proven to be an invaluable experience and life lesson. I've developed plans for success and improved my perception of myself and the rest of the world. By putting these skills to use, and by understanding and living by the concepts, I know that I will become whatever it is I want to become, because I, and only I, hold the key to my future." "The Rising Stars leadership process has been really fun and exciting to embrace. Being exposed to this awesome curriculum taught me what steps to take to be a great leader. I am definitely happy I was to be apart of this experience. If I got the chance to do it again I would. I feel this program has really made a difference in my life and I would recommend it to other people. Thank you for all the help. I really enjoyed the class, company, and leadership." "I would recommend the summer program to others because it will teach them how to achieve the things they want in life, by setting goals and making affirmations. It also will help you when it comes to decision-making. It helps you understand what things are important to you." "When I first walked though the doors of this conference room I had no idea about the changes I would experience this week. I had no clue that my outlook on life could be shifted in one day, and in one day I could grasp my potential and future like lassoing a star…Now I can take charge and know exactly what I am doing. I am a confident leader…Positive affirmations showed me the power of two simple words “I am…” because once you know what you want in life you must become it. I have become my goals and my dreams through this simple process. I finally realized that “I am…” and you can realize that “You are…” too. Now I do not fear my dreams, I make a path to meet them." "After going through this class, some of the things I had been told throughout my life such as make goals and manage your time became clearer with the processes…How to overcome any obstacles we might face and how writing things down help make things easier…With the information, I believe I can succeed and accomplish my dreams. I recommend this class to anyone who wishes to succeed in accomplishing their dreams and becoming a leader." "I’m so happy that I took this class. I have learned so much. I have applied these new tools to my everyday life. I wrote some positive affirmations so I can look at them and remind myself all about my positive qualities. The more I say them, the more I believe it. I feel better about myself. I feel stronger mentality." "I think it’s been very helpful for me. Learning about integrity, self-image, confidence, and how to be a leader. Learning how to step up to people and tell them what I'm thinking and not just be quiet about it. I learned how to do stuff and get it done on time and what I might face to get there. It's helpful. It will help you get where you want to be." "The class helped me realize how much my attitude really affects my behavior, my success, the behavior of others, and the whole world. Knowing how far the effect reaches makes maintaining a positive attitude one of my top priorities. My experience with the class was much more than simply reading, listening, and taking notes. With such a small class and informal atmosphere, we were able to discuss the topics so that we understand the ideas rather than just accept them as facts. Furthermore, we were able to encourage each other to become more positive people and were able to see the best in each of us. I walk away from this class confident and inspired to make my dreams come true. I am a rising star." "I've learned how to live my life to the fullest...I know, that I feel, after only five days of this program, that I have progressed as a person and am really on the path to having real leadership abilities. I feel my life will be that much greater and more fulfilled now that I have been through the 'Rising Stars' program." "I thought camp was going to be like school, but after the first day my whole opinion changed about that. I made friends as soon as I walked through the door. Everybody contributed wonderful ideas and goals that would help them and others. There were no boundaries in class, conversations and discussions were deep. What I benefited from the class was remarkable, because not only did I know what I wanted to do, I now have certain skills to help me." "The feeling is amazing and the benefits clear. This program helps you to get to know yourself in a structured and precise amount of time. Success is a balance that many search for their whole lives, but with the resources in this program you can learn to guide yourself through all your goals; big or small, long-term or short-term. We all have the potential to reach our dreams. But, only if you dream as big as your heart. Anyone can be a "rising star" if they learn to channel their own potential. I will never forget this experience or the amazing people I met to help me on the journey of discovering myself. Thank you for this opportunity!" "I entered the Rising Stars program not really knowing what to expect. I will leave it knowing that I can expect much of myself and my peers. Rising Stars and Dr. Zayd have helped me to see that there is so much more to leadership than simply telling people what to do… The week’s discussions were intense and probing, helping each of us to make life connections and discover how we can learn to be effective leaders. These intense discussions literally generated energy. They sparked a desire in my mind to share the knowledge I have gained this week with others… I would like to thank Dr. Zayd for being willing to share his incredible wealth of knowledge and wisdom with us. His “secrets of life” will be remembered for a very long time, and I, at least, will never forget my experience this week. I will never forget that I am a Rising Star!" "Over this week long experience I have learned many things from The Rising Stars program. I have learned how to become a more cooperative and effective leader. I have also learned this week to raise my self-esteem and my self-confidence by speaking to myself positively and to cancel out any negative talk from my vocabulary. This experience was truly worth my time and I highly recommend this program to anyone who wants to be successful in his/her life." "Rising Stars has been a wonderful experience. In the five days since I have attended I have learned a lot about myself. I have learned about setting goals and managing my time, something that I have lacked but now have. I had never even thought about my school as a goal, I always thought that it was only work. However, Dr. Z was able to teach me that school was a goal on my way to college and medical school. Dr. Z taught me very valuable lessons that I have begun to apply even still being in the class. This is amazing, because these skills will be very valuable to me, and they already are. These skills are very simple, and I can’t believe that I didn’t get them. Dr. Z has changed my life, and I am going to be a better person." "One thing I have experienced is to think outside the box and to never settle for average. I have learned characteristics of being a leader and how to apply those characteristics to my life. I have started to achieve many things…I feel more confident in my own skin and feel like I can do anything I put my mind to… In the beginning I walked in as a negative person thinking that this class was a waste of my time. But in the end I have met wonderful people and I am more open and honest with myself than I have ever been in my whole life. Dr. Z you have really changed my life!" "I learned about the power of attitude and behavior. With a positive attitude anything is possible and now I truly believe it. Through simple techniques I learned how easy it was to change my attitude and view of the situation." |
"As a 10th grader, Ray’Shanna was on her way to being kicked out of school for bad grades. Her grade point average (g.p.a.) was 1.7. As a result of this program she turned around and raised her grades to a 3.2 g.p.a. Afterwards, she stayed on the honor roll for two years. She made choices to be more responsible; see the bigger picture; have a purpose in life; and take a leadership role in school. I am amazed at how she has matured. Now, she is a freshman in college and received a scholarship worth 90% of her tuition and living expenses. My wife and I are very appreciative of what the Rising Stars program has done for our daughter."
What India Program Graduates Are Saying … "It helped me a lot. I’m able to improve because of the goal planning sheet. Whoever your child is, send them to this program." |
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