Who We Are
CHOICES is a unique, interactive workshop for eighth and ninth grade students called CHOICES, which helps them understand the power of making positive decisions, such as focusing their attention on school and using life skills to help them realize a better future. Our mission is to empower teens to make positive educational choices that will increase their career and life opportunities.
Our CHOICES workshops are delivered across the country by trained volunteers in their local communities who share with students their real-world life experiences and insights while delivering our teacher-approved curriculum.
History
In 1983, Gary Frizzell of Seattle created what would become the CHOICES workshop after successfully using letter-writing to help his own teenage son understand how present choices affect future opportunities. Gary realized this approach could help other teens make positive educational decisions.
Leo Muller served as Executive Director of CHOICES Education Group from 1996 until his retirement in December 2023. Under his leadership, CHOICES provided the nationally distributed stay-in-school workshop for middle and high school students – serving over 6.8 million students to date. Leo remains a close supporter of the organization, currently serving as an advisory member.
CHOICES Education Group was formed in 1985 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity. Since 2024, CHOICES Education is operated by CAAIRE.ORG, continuing its mission of empowering teens to make positive educational choices that increase their career and life opportunities.
We invite you to become a partner with us!