Pure & Simjple Choice II Premier a Wichita Blockbuster

Pure & Simple Choice II, produced by Pure & Simple Health Education, Inc. and Alexander Video Productions, made its premier debut at the Warren Theatre in Old Town on Saturday, August 20th. The diverse audience was wowed by the story line and the live appearance of the actors and producers. We were pleased with the great turnout and the many positive comments given by the movie goers. Be watching for Pure & Simple Choice II at a site near you! To schedule the new curriculum for teens or fomr more information, call 216-688-0840.

      

Premiere Showing of Pure & Simple Choice II

Have you ever wondered what it takes to produce a video for teens by teens? Have you had the opportunity to experience the behind the scenes makeup, hair, and costume preparation, getting the camera angles just right, directors conveying to the cast how to act out a scene, and the many bloopers along the way? Do you have any idea how long it takes to edit an hour and a half video and find just the right music to set the tone?
I can answer all those questions, as can the other producers, directors, cast and crew of the Pure & Simple Choice II video series. The production took a year from start to finish with the dedication and perseverance of many. Now it's time to celebrate the accomplishment and share a job well done with our fans, supporters, donors, and interested community members. The Pure & Simple Choice II cast and crew, writers, directors, and producers will be on hand on Saturday, August 20th, to view the premiere showing and share their stories about how their involvement in the production has touched their lives.
The premiere showing of Pure & Simple Choice II is open to teens, parents, teachers, principals, faith-based youth leaders, pastors, community leaders and friends who support the mission of Pure & Simple Health Education, Inc. and/or want to know more about our curriculum designed for youth ages 12-18.
I'm looking forward to sharing the reunion of our cast and crew with you and celebrating our accomplishment! Please join us for the red-carpet showing on the big screen of the Warren Old Town Theatre!!

--Sandy Pickert, Producer &
Pure & Simple Health Education, Inc. Executive Director

Come See Us at the Midwest Catholic Family Conference!

Stop by our booth at the Midwest Catholic Family Conference,

August 5-7, Century II Convention Center, in Wichita, Kansas. 

Come pick up a Pure & Simple ruler; schedule the NEW Pure & Simple

Choice II curriculum for your class, after-school program, youth group

or parent meeting; or buy our new black "Revolution" t-shirt!

We would love to see you!

The Internet: Friend or Foe?

Today, while reading the dozens of emails that I typically receive daily, I came across an article about pornography addiction and how it impacts lives of both youth and adults.  Pornography is easily accessible to all through the internet and poisons the minds of those exposed to it.  It gives viewers a self-centered, distorted view of sexuality.  It alters attitudes, emotions, self-image, self-esteem, and one's core beliefs for life.  It affects both males and females equally, but in different ways.  It discourages respecting oneself and others and encourages misusing others for personal satisfaction.  It destroys relationships, marriages, and families. 

July 11 – August 7, 2011 is the "Pornography Harms" National Awareness Campaign.  Please become aware of and carefully think about what you are putting into your brain through your eyes and ears.  It does affect the way you think about yourself and others and the choices you make!  Parents, take the time to guard your children as much as possible from pornography by setting healthy boundaries, discussing the harm that pornography causes, listening to their questions and concerns, and setting a good example of self-control by avoiding exposure to pornography yourself. 

For more information, check out "Top 10 Internet Safety Tips" and other helpful information at www.pornharms.com and www.moralityinmedia.org .  For helping youth who have been exposed to pornography and for youth and adults who are dealing with pornography addiction, there are resources available. 

So, is the internet a friend or foe?  It's a lot like fire; it all depends on how it's used - for good or for harm.  To make healthy choices for internet use, it takes education, self-control, and positive reinforcement, pure and simple.

Sandy Pickert, RN, MPH

Executive Director

Pure & Simple Health Education, Inc.

It’s a July Meal Deal!

                               

 FRESH-A-THON

Fundraiser Program

Souper Salad will donate 10%
of the night’s sales to:

Come Support Pure & Simple
Health Education!

Friday, July 22, 2011,

4-8pm

     Souper Salad, 8007 E Kellogg

Thank you Souper Salad for giving back to your community!

Pure & Simple Health Education, Inc.