“I like the school because they provide a lot of support. It is a positive environment and the teachers help me. I checked it out looking for support and did know where to get it and here, everyone gives it. It is easy to fit in.”
-Student

“P.E.A.S.E. is a great environment for her to learn and supports the whole recovery program and provides a safe, supportive arena. They have small classes. It is a small school and she wants to go there.”
-Uncle

“I am supportive to my son who is in long term recovery. I love P.E.A.S.E.. As a parent new to all of this, it is a challenge. I know I cannot control him and cannot cure him. I want to support him in any way that I can. The have small classes and are supportive of my son. Michael and Rufus are supportive and understanding adults and talk to you as a person, not as an administrator.”
-Father

“My wife and I moved to the Twin Cities from northern Minnesota to have a place for our granddaughter to live. Too bad there are not more of these types of schools.”
-Grandfather

“P.E.A.S.E. is a safe place for our granddaughter. Whatever we can do to help her is important to us.”
-Grandmother

“It is a supportive environment and everything you need is right there. The teachers are really understanding. I am a junior and I love the art class, my favorite.”
-Student

“It is a safe and supportive environment for my daughter. She moved to Minneapolis to live with my mom and dad and it is a complete change for her. She got out of treatment and really made a commitment. This is what she needed.”
-Mother

“We love the school and Michael has gone over and above. It is such a good deal.”
-Dad

“This is a good school for my daughter. I am very happy with the education. It came well recommended.”
-Dad

“I have been there for one month and love how small the school is. It is a family where everyone ‘gets’ recovery and everybody wants you to do the best you can.”
-Student

“Everyone comes together and it is a better education system. They help you learn and help with emotions.”
-Student

“It is a sober high school with very supportive teachers. I have made some good friends.”
-Student

“This school helps my son get the support he needs for a sober life. We need more schools like this one. It is his choice to be there. It holds kids accountable. They are building a community around sobriety.”
-Mother