All of the years I have been an educator working with young people, I have taught the importance of RESPECT. Many times we do not understand how important it is to give respect before getting respect. We see many people today judging others by their appearance without every truly knowing their story. Take a minute to learn a lesson from a very special student of mine named David. See people from the inside - out. Our scars do not define us, they refine us. Give respect.... Continue reading ...
Posted by Valerie Erb on Sunday, December 4, 2016,
Peer Helpers surveyed students to find out what was concerning them most. It broke our hearts to find that some of the top concerns were depression, cyberbullying, anxiety, drugs, sexuality, prejudices concerning race and self image, etc. We desire to ensure that all students feel cared for and valued. Here is a short glimpse of the heart behind Couch Talks. We hope that others will find comfort and will choose to make a positive impact on the world around them. Continue reading ...
Inside-Out Peer Helpers teach students to see others from the inside out. Every year we see hundreds of students with our Inside-Out Challenge Day Workshops. As a teacher, I am always amazed at what a few dedicated individuals can do to touch hearts one life at a time. We build community by creating a caring and loving environment. I am so thankful to bring to teens what I needed when I was in school. Every person matters, every person counts, and no one is invisible. Remember to never give ... Continue reading ...
Valerie Erb was a broken teenager who turned her life around at the age of sixteen and has been helping
others do the same ever since.After changing her life, she made a vow to help as many people as possible until the day she dies. She wants to be the person that she needed around when she was struggling. She has helped many through her roles
as a public speaker, teacher, “at risk” student adviser, in-service trainer, workshop facilitator and youth leader.She is very candid about the struggles she faced throughout her life. She overcame many hardships and hopes to help others do the same. She imparts to each life she
touches the hope of being restored from the inside-out.She is most passionate about helping people become
all they are meant to be. She wrote Inside-Out Peer Helping Curriculum and created the Inside-Out Peer Helping Program, Training and Workshops in order to achieve that goal. She is thankful to have made meaningful connections world-wide. She loves to connect with anyone who wants to make a difference in the lives of others. "Be the Change"
