"What I've learned from this [process] is that it can be a sensitive subject, it can be something that people want to dismiss, and people want to treat it differently for some reason, but it's valuable to see what students think..."

Mr. Hunt, Laurinburg, NC

"When you spend 8 hours a day in one location, you kind of want to have some say-so in how things are run. So as we try to develop future leaders and speakers, let's give them a chance to voice their concerns in a professional and a proper way…"

Mr. Levitt, Atlanta, GA

"This is your chance to make your impact upon society by doing what little things you can to make your school a better school."

Mr. Levitt, Atlanta, GA

"We're here to serve children so it's absolutely important what they think and they tell us if we're doing a good job."

Ms. Glover, Atlanta, GA

"The other day… one of the students said, 'You know, I used to be afraid to come and talk to the principal and things like that, and now I feel comfortable.' And I guess it's just kind of opening up the doors to say 'OK, they do listen, they do want to hear what I have to say.' And so I think that made the total difference, that the students felt empowered."

Dr. Woodley, Atlanta, GA