Participants from Past Workshops Said...

The following quotes are gathered from these sources:

  • Montgomery County Intermediate Department Official Evaluation Forms
  • Letters from Teachers who have been through my Training
  • Statements taken from Teachers final Course Evaluations
  • Superintendents
  • Principals
  • Heads of all Departments/colleagues
  • Guidance Department
  • Emotional Support Department
  • Athletic Directors
  • Past Students
  • Final Course Evaluation Responses
  • Direct Quotes

 

What were the strongest aspects of the class?

  • ”Your knowledge of the subject matter was the strongest aspect!”
  • ”No doubt, your passion.”
  • “The energy behind the presentation."
  • “The number of new ideas I can use in my own teaching."
  • ”The amount of interaction you facilitated among the classmates."
  • ”The Instructor’s grasp on the subject matter and his style."
  • ”Openness…Honesty…Acceptance…Informative.”
  • ”Peer to Teacher interaction.”
  • ”Your dedication, energy and ability to motivate the entire class."
  • “Great examples and variety of activities."

 

Would you recommend this course/mini presentation to your school district? Why?

  • ”Yes, because we need new and different views on the issue.”
  • ”Yes, because all teachers should be aware of how societal messages through music, television, radio, magazines, etc. effect student feelings which leads to behaviors.”
  • ”Absolutely!”
  • ”Yes, this information is very relevant to today’s reality. A dialog about it is important in order to be pro-active.”
  • ”Yes, every professional has room from growth and I did not see this offered elsewhere.”

 

Would you recommend this course to a friend or colleague? Why?

  • ”Yes! Teachers of all ages need to be aware of these issues and implement strategies for awareness to their students."
  • ”Yes, it has practical application for the classroom and life.”
  • ”Yes, we all need this information on violence and conflict in society.”
  • ”Yes, it relates to kids everywhere and it was informative and fun.”
  • ”Yes, I would recommend the course because I found Dave to be a very enthusiastic teacher.”
  • "Yes, I learned and feel refreshed to tackle my job again.”