R.Ed.I.’s mission is to transform the lives of thousands of teens through its show “STAND UP! Change Teen Statistics”. It is an Illinois 501 (c)3 not for profit organization dedicated to serving our nation’s future. The efforts of R.Ed.I inspire teens to make positive, informed, intelligent, and healthy decisions that will benefit them greatly, both in the present, and in the long run regarding drug, alcohol, physical, texting and internet abuse, cyber bullying, prejudice, hate crimes, depression, suicide, physical violence, peer pressure, bullying, self mutilation, body image and teen pregnancy.

"The show “Stand Up ... change teen statistics" is an authentic and powerful project that will empower students to confront the real issues in their lives. It will create a lasting impact on every audience because these are real stories from the lives of real teenagers performed by students who know. Simply remarkable!"

Michael A. Jacoby, Ed.D.
Executive Director, Illinois Association of School Business Officials
Former Superintendent, Geneva Community Unit School District 304