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Choose Love Movement

Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement No cost Character Social Emotional Development programs for Infant-Toddler/Pre-K-Grade 12 based on a simple formula (COURAGE + GRATITUDE + FORGIVENESS + COMPASSION-IN-ACTION = Choosing Love) helps educators and students create a safer, more connected school culture. Signature programming extends beyond the classroom through additional no cost programs for the home, communities, and athletics. A workplace program is also available, in addition to experiential educator wellness training and implementation of the Choose Love curriculum. A Choose Love lifestyle nourishes and strengthens the body, mind, and emotions to cultivate happy, healthy, meaningful lives both in and out of the classroom.

Program Categories

Health and Wellness

Eligibility Requirements

Open for all.

Grade Levels Served

Pre-School, K-4, 5-8, 9-12

Referral Requirements

No Referral Needed, Not Applicable

Partner Success Stories

“Through our partnership with Manchester Proud we can achieve greater positive change and address complex issues more effectively than if each we worked alone. Our relationship allows us to leverage our combined strengths, resources, and perspectives to create a stronger, more resilient community for everyone in the city.”

– Stephanie Lesperance, Chief Strategy Office for Education Alliance for NH

Manchester Proud is the best example of when individuals and organizations come together it strengthens their community. Granite United Way is proud to have been a partner with Manchester Proud since its inception. Their dedication to improving student lives and providing opportunities across our community has impacted thousands of families.

– Nichole Martin Reimer, President and CEO Granite United Way

“Manchester Proud has been an invaluable partner in our efforts to support the Manchester School District. Their dedication to fostering educational equity and student success has strengthened our collaborative initiatives and expanded our impact. Together, we’ve created meaningful opportunities that make a lasting difference for the students and families in our community. We deeply appreciate Manchester Proud’s passion, vision, and unwavering commitment to improving education for all.”

– Nicole Cate, Community Impact Program Manager, Southern New Hampshire University

“Collaborating with Manchester Proud enables us to provide 1,500+ fully supplied backpacks to children in the Manchester School District annually. Their support is the catalyst for the growing community impact of Gear Up for School. The staff is incredibly resourceful, forward-thinking, and always a joy to work with. Every interaction with Manchester Proud is a privilege, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to partner with such a dedicated team.”

– Seneca Eldredge, Gear Up for School Lead

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