Teachers Experience
Here's some of the praise the Esteem Team has recieved.
We recently had our first ever ESTEEM Team athlete (Darin Kyle) present at our school, and it will not be our last. The students loved him, and a true testament to his effectiveness was the fact that well after Darin had left I noticed the children searching for his info and the Esteem Team while in their computer labs.
James Horan - Principal, Prince Charles School, Napanee, ON
Darcy really 'rocked' our kids. The staff was also very impressed with her presentation – knowing just how difficult it is to keep 250, 13 year olds listening and responding for an hour!
Jane Chabot, George Bonner Middle School, Mill Bay BC
Esteem Team Athlete - Dorota (Urbaniak) added a dimension to our youth program that is sure to inspire children in this community for years to come. A deeply personal account of her experiences on the road to Olympic Bronze, Dorota’s presentations gave insight into the human aspect of elite athletic competition that simply can’t be understood by watching the games on television. Both graceful and gracious, Dorota shared her triumphs and her moments of doubt, and through it all, the visible determination of a woman who reached for her dreams in a way that most never do. It was a pleasure and privilege for the children and youth of this community to share in her experience as an Olympic champion, and, her humility in light of it. Thank you ESTEEM TEAM!”
Shawn Doney, Port Colborne Economic & Tourism Development Corporation
I have had the pleasure of participating in a number of Esteem Team presentations over the past number of years. These presentations, in my estimation are excellent. The key message that the students receive is the value of goal setting and the steps necessary to work towards achieving them. Also, seeing a role model from their community is a highlight as well as a motivator for the students to understand that they too can achieve their individual dreams.”
Garth Wade, Learning Specialist, School District #18
Wow!! On a bright sunny morning in May, students at Charles Hulse Public School were treated to an inspirational and motivational presentation from world tap dance champion....DARIN KYLE. With the bass sounds of todays music playing, Darin tapped his way from behind the curtains and into the minds of todays youth. With energy to burn, bouncing hand springs and feet so fast you could hardly see them, Darin brought the audience alive!! When the dancing ended the message began. A message that was given at the appropriate level of understanding for Junior age students. Real life examples were given that students could personally relate to. Darin has an uncanny ability to get the students excited and involved, but also to model the respect and warmth from him, that is expected in them. When it was time to listen, they listened. When he asked for audience participation that is what he got! Don't forget to ask Darin for one final dance!! You won't be disappointed. It was one of the highlights of our school year. The Esteem Team supports all that schools are trying to do in the area of "character building", and setting SMART goals. Give them a try. You won't be disappointed.
Harvey M. Scott, Principal, Charles H. Hulse P.S., Ottawa, ON
Kathy (Ure), your presentation was the best thing that has happened to Rosedale this year. Sarnia loves you!!!!
Carlo Vanhaastregt, Rosedale Public School, Sarnia, ON
