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Ms Applefield presented her moving personal story of survival to our 7th and 8th graders. She not only captured their attention you could hear a pin drop but she also moved them as well. Ms Applefield left a lasting impression of the dangers of prejudice and hate with our students. She brought the realities of the Holocaust to life for our students.
Principal, Eastern Massachusetts Middle School
This is a very powerful and deep learning experience for my students. This group of kids has studied these issues in depth. Janets story of what happened to her and her family was very powerful for them. It brought to life history in a very painful time in human affaires in a way that no textbook or film can.
Teacher, Ashland High School, Ashland, MA
When her speech ended everyone applauded in amazement after hearing that very powerful story. Janet said she hopes her story will make everyone think twice about being cruel to someone because they look or act different. I personally feel that she succeeded.
6th grade student, Hanson Middle School, Hanson, MA
I cannot thank you enough for coming in to speak to us. Not only have you changed my perspective on the Holocaust because I could never fully grasp how terrible it was; now hearing it from a survivor has made me see how devastating that happening truly was. You have changed my life and I will never think of war the same and I will never forget your name or the day you came in to speak to us.
10th grade student, Blackstone Academy Charter School, Pawtucket, RI
I find it amazing that you were able to stay strong for so long, and for that I look up to you. To hear the actual events told by someone who lived through it helped us realize how terrible things were. Your story touched me in a big way. Thank you so much, you have taught me so much.
8th grader in at Pierce Middle School, Milton, MA
Ms Applefield was so brave, she taught me to be braver.
4th grade student at East Elementary School, Sharon, MA
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