Hannah looks forward to seeing her Elevator every week and it has helped with her school anxiety and self-confidence. Hannah struggles in school, but having an Elevator allows her to escape academic struggles for a bit and feel special. I love seeing my students look forward to someone in the community who comes to spend time with just them. They feel so important and special. It is a great program to lift up kids! — Kara Duncan

Branden is a difficult student to reach, but he was able to develop a great relationship with his Elevator in a short time. Branden enjoys and looks forward to seeing him! — Jaclyn Edwards

Terry has helped Haylee prioritize academics. Haylee’s academic performance, sense of future, attitude toward school, class behavior and class participation are all much better after starting to meet with her Elevator. Haylee loves getting to see Terry! —Sierra Saylor (Carney)

I see the anticipation and excitement on Emma's face when it's her day to meet with her Elevator. All our students love spending time with their Elevators. The program is wonderful! — Brooke Deviney

Being part of the Elevator program helps promote positivity in Pyper’s life and gives her a safe space with an adult she can rely on. They have a very strong relationship and she trusts her. Becca is an amazing Elevator! She has great communication and an obvious dedication to the program. This program is great! — Brooke Deviney

Ellie needs that extra attention to help encourage her to do her best and to make good choices. Thank you for providing this program for students who might need the extra encouragement and one-on-one attention. — Angela Heflin

Tanner is visibly excited to meet with his Elevator. Jim is a great Elevator and provides Tanner with something to look forward to each week! — Brooke Deviney

Thank you for providing this program for students who need a little extra attention with a caring individual. Milly looks forward to each visit with her Elevator. She strives to perform well on all assignments and likes to please her Elevator. She enjoys the one-on-one time with her. — Angela Heflin

I have seen continued growth in David, and it’s a joy to see. He seems more self-confident and sensitive. — Dr. Dan Foster

Pyper participates more in the classroom and has also learned some positive social interaction skills. — Becca Revercomb

Sadie responds well to our time together, and she is willing to put forth effort to focus on things that can be educational as well as fun. I love being with young people, having fun and sharing some of my life experiences with them, and viewing the world from their eyes and experiences. — Connie Hillenbrand

Juanita lives with her grandparents. Her dad passed and her mom is not in her life. I enjoy being able to spend time with her, to be a positive role model in her life, to help give her confidence, and to inspire her to do her best. I think when I/we spend time with students who might not have a lot, or any, positive role models in their lives, it helps them believe in themselves, feel more self-worth and aspire to try harder. — Kim Zwier

A hug from Killian is awesome as he runs into me and almost knocks me down! You can see there is a difference being made with me being consistent by just showing up. — Donald Pauley

It means so much to a child just to have someone show up. She has someone she can trust. — Mary Claire Davis

My student has always presented herself to me as happy and well-adjusted. I am aware that she has experienced past trauma, but I would never have guessed it if the school counselor had not let me know. I enjoy getting to know her personality and seeing that she has become happier to see me as time has gone on. — Jessica Lane