By Jeff Fitton
Who knew it would take two hostage negotiators to help my students extend their curfews, resolve arguments with their parents, and ultimately build better relationships?
When the RCMP Crisis Negotiation Unit visited my high school law class, I expected some interesting guest speakers. What I didn’t expect was just how profoundly they would change the way my students communicated.
Jeff Fitton is a father, husband, first responder, and community builder who blends real-world experiences from the fire hall and the justice system to help young people thrive with resilience, curiosity, and purpose. His classroom is a learning lab where students explore how service, experiential learning, and challenges shape well-being.
