Testimonial

•These school workshops and this whole program have been the highlight of my thirteen years of teaching. -- a teacher

•It is great what you are doing. My child is determined to go to college now. He used to think college was too expensive and he wouldn't be smart enough. Your workshops and the scholarship have really made a difference. Thanks! -- a parent

•I began working at the age of 13 and while I have enjoyed moderate success in my working career, I have often wondered what my future would have held if someone like yourself visited my school in 5th grade and said, "you can go to college!" I know that there are children in your audiences that do not discuss college in their homes, but now through your program, have the opportunity to talk about college and begin thinking about their futures beyond high school. -- a school administrator

•Great information that all these kids deserve to have! -- a teacher

•You are right on target. We can make connections to our Writing Process Curriculum. The presentation was outstanding. Great connections to students’ lives. -- a teacher

•Thank you for coming in and talking to us about college. I really enjoyed having you here. I learned a lot about college. I wonder which college would be best for me. I never knew there are 3600 -- a student

•Thank you so much for coming into my classroom and sharing with our students. It was a great presentation! My students went on talking about it throughout the rest of the day. It looks like some good seeds were sown. Your open and encouraging manner with kids really gave them an ability to begin thinking more widely. My 6th grade and I spent the half hour right after you left continuing the conversation. There are so many dreams that got watered that day. Thank you for your time and dedication. -- a teacher

•Thank you, Bob, for all you do for us!  I think the program is an excellent way to get kids thinking as well as excited about college.  I really appreciate you taking your time to consistently come in to work with the students.  Take care!! -- a teacher

•Your presentation was very “kid friendly.” -- a teacher

•From all reports, it was great. – a school principal

•This workshop gives kids the opportunity to see the relationship between their school years, college options, and life in general. It is extremely beneficial to extend their future thinking! -- a teacher

•This program was exceptionally helpful. Bob does an excellent job! -- a teacher

•Very informative and presented at the appropriate level for our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders. Involving the students by asking questions made this a very interactive presentation. The students enjoyed it. -- a teacher

•Bob is a very dynamic speaker. He really communicated well with students. Thank you! -- a teacher

•An outstanding presentation in which important facts were shared with the kids in a friendly manner. He has A+ teaching skills! -- a teacher

•I appreciate the fact that all careers are considered. I think the emphasis on basing a career on something the student likes to do now opens a lot of doors. -- a teacher

•You always do a great job! You know the kids would talk to you for hours! -- a teacher

•The posters you gave us were great! I used them to make a giant hallway display. Students enjoyed the opportunities to look at the posters and talk to their friends and staff. -- a teacher

•Just wanted to let you know that your seminar last night for was outstanding, and exceeded any expectations I may have had. Great information, and even better insight. – a parent

•I've seen you speak a couple of times in the past year or so in our area and I'd like to tell you how impressed I've been with not only your knowledge of your subject, but also your most interesting presentation of it!  Maine students and parents are lucky to have you as a resource.

•A Great presentation! Thank you for sharing your time and talents with our students. – a guidance counselor

•You are wonderful!!!!!  We would love to participate and my kids have done quite a bit of research.  At least, as far as our students and normal college info.  -  which was not in existence. I am so impressed with the difference in the conversations around college.  Thank you so much for what you do.  YES - PLEASE COME AND TALK TO OUR KIDS - ANYTIME~!

•I’ve never known anyone who knows as much about colleges as Bob does!

•Thank you so much for all your time last week. You really wowed the kids! We appreciate your time, energy, and positive spirit. – a principal