"Trish and I conducted three days of staff training for a group of teachers, several of whom
were first-year teachers, and a few of whom were seasoned but very negative about their students. Trish helped to create a positive climate of trust, commitment and community within the group that carried through and blossomed during the academy.  I watched her skillfully facilitate daily debriefings with the staff, and I witnessed the growth of a true learning
community where, quite frankly, I didn’t think it was possible." 
Becky Burns, Senior Research and Development Specialist,
Appalachian Educational Laboratory


"Trish Hatfield related the principles of ethical decision making in a non-threatening manner, which forced us to really look at self. This experience was invaluable and was truly an asset
to our school."
Sharonica Hardin, Principal, Adams Elementary, St. Louis, MO

"Trish Hatfield is an excellent trainer who adapts and relates very well to differing audiences.  Through gentle encouragement, she is able to draw all participants into the conversation
without making them feel uncomfortable."
Moya Doneghy, Training Coordinator, WV Commission for National and Community Service


"Trish has a wonderful way with people that makes everyone in a group feel safe and accepted.  She has a training style that really maximizes learning and the internalization 
of the material at hand." 
Kim Barber-Tieman, Senior Program Officer, The Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation, Charleston, WV

Sampling of Evaluation Feedback

“The Ethical Fitness Seminar helped us to have a civil discussion in a heated discussion.” Teacher participant

“Working with children, parents, and other teachers on a daily basis, I am frequently
faced with ethical issues. It is important to understand that the obvious choice may not necessarily be the best choice when trying to resolve a problem.”  Teacher participant

”Very relevant—teaching is a personal profession.  Anyone who doesn’t really get personal
or doesn’t know how will have a hard time making necessary connections with children.” Teacher participant

“This class was a real jolt for me.  It gave me some options to address the problems of deteriorating morality in school instead of just whining, “What’s the matter with these kids?” Teacher participant in an Online Staff Development Class on Character Education

“I loved it. At first I was afraid we would be too much into “religious based reasoning.” I know as a parent I would have concerns with some public school teachers being expected to address moral issues with students.  However, after learning of the decision-making tests and teaching
the Right vs. Right classes I developed a better understanding of the ease with which character ed. information can be given to our students.”  Teacher participant in an Online Staff Development Class on Character Education.

“I believe the class was very useful for giving us new ways of thinking out situations, both for
us as police officers and the people we deal with on a day-to-day basis.  The class also made me more aware that my actions as an officer speak very loudly.”  State Police Cadet after an Ethical Fitness® Seminar

“I feel empowered, encouraged, inspired, grateful for the growth in myself and others, loved, helpful, important, capable.”  College Student after an Ethical Fitness® Seminar

“I feel more aware in my decision making based on ethical values and other values.  I have learned a lot from every member of this seminar.  I know that constantly using these guidelines we established in making my decisions would make them more spontaneous.”  College Student after an Ethical Fitness® Seminar

“First training that actually covered the importance of notes, agenda, etc.  Very good.”  Community Member attending Facilitator Training

“Thanks for leading us through the process.  Very successful!”  Community Developer involved in Appreciative Inquiry