Grade 3:
"We eagerly await Mike's visit each year, not only because he gives a captivating presentation but because of the sincere message he brings with it - Do not judge people by how they look on the outside but by how they are on the inside. And like fine wine he gets better every year."
Carol Goldblatt, Faculty, East Hills School, Roslyn SD
"Michael's experience and enthusiasm delighted the children. His message of universal tolerance and the commonality of all people despite outward appearance was very appropriate. He does an excellent job of reinforcing the third grade curriculum and Social Studies Standards."
Susan Horner, Faculty, Norwood Elementary School, Comsewogue SD
"This is a letter of recommendation for the spectacular, high-energy, informative program run by Michael Harrold. His natural abiltity to engage an audience was powerful enough to thoroughly entertain our entire third grade class during the last week of school. His program was a perfect culmination to the Third Grade Curriculum."
Mary Marrick, Enrichment Coordinator, Westbury Public Schools
Grade 5:
"You are a WONDERFUL teacher. Your program is what education should be all about: Interactive learning - EUREKA."
Nadine Tingir, PTA, Manorhaven School, Port Washington SD
"The children are still talking about your wonderful program. Thank you for helping to make our curriculum come alive."
The Fifth Grade Teachers Plainview-Old Bethpage Middle School
"Mike has a wonderful ability to make the geography and culture of Latin America come alive for students."
Tricia Bock, Principal, Riverside Elementary School, Rockville Centre Public Schools
"In the five years I have been in this school, this was the BEST show I’ve ever seen."
Lyannah Contreras, Student Trinity Elem. School New Rochelle SD
"Mike’s shows immerse our students and teachers in the cultures of the world and everyone returns to their learning with renewed purpose and excitement."
Jeff Kasper, Principal Village Elem. School Syosset SD
Grade 6:
"Mike seems to bring out the best in many of our students. Some students stated, "This is the first time I have ever enjoyed Social Studies"."
Mae Lane, AP, North Middle School, Brentwood SD
"Anyone who can mesmerize 297 sixth-graders for 1 1/2 hours has to be a miracle worker. Mr. Mike is indeed a miracle worker. Students received an excellent introduction into Egyptian culture."
Paul Czujko, Faculty, JFK Middle School, Comsewogue SD
"He brings so much to the table: enthusiasm, mystique, fabulous speaking skills and the motivation to get students to learn more. He
opens the minds of our kids!"
John Hayes, Valhalla Middle School
"He totally captivated his audience with a dynamic style full of movement, humor, colorful attire and foreign expressions. He engaged the children throughout. Also the Social Studies teachers found the material enriching to the curriculum."
Kim Van Keuren, PTA, Valhalla Middle School, Westchester County, NY
"A dynamic, energetic, multicultural program that is interactive, educational and fun.."
Dina Reilly, Admin. Intern/ Grade 6 Faculty Garden City Middle School
"Although we strive to provide the best instruction for our students, we can’t replicate the world of experience you brought to our school"
Robert Neidig, AP North Country Middle School Miller Place SD
Grades 6, 7 & 8:
"I heartily recommend Mike's programs as a means by which students can learn about other cultures while having fun."
Adele Barracca, Social Studies Coordinator, Windward School, Westchester County
Grades 9 & 10:
"There is no doubt that he made a significant contribution to increasing student appreciation and understanding foreign cultures. His enthusiasm was infectious."
Walker Hall, Social Studies Chairperson, Sayville High School
"His programs are informative, dynamic and well-received by the students and faculty."
Catherine Masrour, Library Specialist, Smithtown High School
Grade 10:
"Mike's program is a magical culmination for our 10th grade global studies curriculum and provides a jump-start to the Global Studies Regents Review."
Lauren Stalworthy, G10 Faculty, Patchogue-Medford School District
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