06/11/07

North Rowan Elementary- Take a look at what Mrs. Watson's Kindergarten Class thought of "Fish the Magish" this past year! See their pictures here.

“I wanted to thank you for a wonderful PTA Family Event! I have received so many positive remarks from parents and the children. Thank you again for doing such a wonderful and meaningful work” Amanda Ryan, PTA President, White Knoll Elementary, West Columbia, SC

“Fish the Magish, students and teachers are still singing your praises and I hope to book you again next year! I called the Spartanburg County Library and thanked them for recommending you to us.” Judith Mamroth- Media Specialist- Clifdale Elementary, Spartanburg, SC 

“It was the best assembly we have ever had.” Amy Emmanuel, 3rd Grade Teacher, AR Lewis Elementary, Pickens, SC

“Good laughs are a great medicine and you gave us all a wonderful dose!I It was a day we’ll remember for a long time…You’re the best!" Karen Oliver, Easley Elementary PTA- Durham NC 

“The students were delighted and intrigued by your illusions. They have been quoting you all day. I will certainly refer other schools in our system to you as a fun and earnest way to make character education traits come alive!” Elizabeth Rall, School Counselor, Hazelwood Elementary, Waynesville, NC

"Thank you so much for your performance today. I have had several boys that were bullying another boy in my room. I think they really understood what you were presenting to them and it was in a fashion that reached them on a different level. Again, thank you so much!" Julie Savell, First grade teachaer, Franklinville Elementary, Franklinville, NC

“I just wanted to thank you again for a great show! One patron said that, “This is the best Tuesday Night Out Program he had ever seen.” I am letting the rest of the staff know we really need to have you back again!”  Kristy McBride, Spartanburg Public Library 

“We thoroughly enjoyed your magic show…One third grade teacher said Fish the Magish was the best program ever…the students and faculty laughed together…it was worth it just to see how each child seemed to have such a good time….we hope you will come back again!”Phyllis Lupton, Thomasville Primary School, Principal- Thomasville, NC 

“You are such a natural! The students and teachers love you quick wit. You encouraged and persuaded us about character education.” Ingela Gille, Easley Elementary 2^nd Grade- Durham, NC

“Fish the Magish was one of the best entertainers our school has had in years!!! He was so much fun for everyone- even our teachers and staff were at times in tears from laughing so hard. Thank you so much!! All week I have received positive comments on your performance.”  Tamara Craven- PTA President- Pine Valley Elementary- Wilmington, NC

"We thoroughly enjoyed the show!!!Teachers still tellme how much they enjoyed it!. Again, thanks for a bundle of laughs!! Melissa Bailey, Media Specialist, Wadesboro Elementary, Wadesboro, NC

“It was great to look out over the entire audience and see a sea of smiling faces-adults and kids-while they were learning about character education”. Sue Phillips- Guidance Counselor, AR Lewis Elementary, Pickens, SC

“You were wonderful! Very entertaining! I especially liked the way you directed the children to use good manners, and incorporated social studies lessons into your act. I thoroughly enjoyed the show!”  Lydia Davis, Counselor, Pine Valley Elementary, Wilmington, NC 

“The teachers said your were incredible in the way you engaged the students for 45 full minutes. The magic was terrific.” Mia Silvers, Guidance Counselor, Fairforest Elementary, Fairforest, SC 

“Gosh, I thought the show was wonderful, for both the children and the adults. I was especially impressed with the way your character educations points fit in smoothly with the magic.” Becky Fitzpatrick- Pine Valley Elementary 2^nd grade teacher, Wilmington, NC

 “Fish the Magish has an excellent program with the focus on responsibility. The audience is actively engaged in the program. Rules and standards of behavior are established at the beginning of the program. Positive reinforcement and rewards for good behavior are used throughout the program. We highly recommend Fish the Magish to other Elementary Schools.” Clemson Elementary Second Grade Teachers, Clemson, SC

“Everyone left with a lighter heart…The children and their parents love the imagination, the spontaneity, and the sense of fun that is the hallmark of your performances. And I appreciate your professionalism.”Jackie Mullins, Children’s Librarian, Botetourt County Library, Fincastle, VA 

“You even had the 5^th graders captivated! A hilarious show. Great timing and facial expressions. We will definitely call you again.” Nan Gibson, Wrightsville Beach Elementary, Wrightsville Beach, NC- PTA Cultural Arts 

 “Thank you for helping us celebrate our “Around the World” program. Your humor was wonderful and our teachers and students were very impressed with your entire performance!!” Carolyn Walker, Principal, Raleigh Road Elementary School- Linden, NC 

“Thank you for your great performance. What a treat to have someone who can really interact with children and adults. We want you to come back next summer Why mess with success!.” Ginger Holler, Orange County Public Library 

“Thanks you for coming and doing such a fantastic show! I liked how the children were instructed on how to behave and the appropriate responses expected.” Beth Lewis- Wrightsville Beach Elementary- Wrightsville Beach, NC 

“Fish the Magish kept a Kindergarten/First grade audience entertained and in control for 45 minutes! The staff was entertained as well. After 1 month, the children are still talking about it! We highly recommend this program!”  Patsy Higdon Principal- Sand Hill Venable Elementary- Asheville, NC 

Fish the Magish really kept the student’s attention throughout the program. I’ll give him a “thumbs up”. Gloria Wilhelm- Asst Principal- North Rowan Elementary, Spencer, NC

“Fish presented a positive character building message all while keeping the kids laughing and actively involved. It was “good clean fun” for everyone!”  Debbie Thompson- North Rowan Elementary, Spencer, NC 

“What an amazing show! My students have never been so still!! The messages behind the magic were great! My students and I thoroughly enjoyed the show!”  Maria Broos- 1^st Grade Teacher- Hasty Elementary, Thomasville, NC 

“You appealed to everyone. Even the 4^th and 5^th graders were amazed and entertained.” Robin Harper- Wrightsville Beach Elementary PTA President, Wrightsville Beach, NC 

“Excellent, age appropriate for K-5 and so funny!” Susan LeVassuer, 5^th grade teacher, Pine Valley Elementary, Wilmington, NC 

“What a great time! I would like to see you come twice a year. Not only did the kids enjoy you but the adults certainly did too! Thanks again! Wendy Herring, Pine Valley Elementary 2^nd grade teacher, Wilmington, NC 

“What an amazing show! My students have never been so still!! The messages behind the magic were great! My students and I thoroughly enjoyed the show! Maria Broos- Hasty Elementary, 1^st grade teacher- High Point, NC 

“Great show! Thanks. I liked how the expectations were explained before the show even started. The length of the show was perfect.” Christine Born- Wrightsville Beach Elementary 3^rd grade teacher- Wrightsville Beach, NC 

“I will highly recommend you to other libraries for future programs.”Melinda Pennington, Lewisville Public Library, Winston Salem, NC 

“An all around excellent show, full of laughter and learning!” Barbara Olsen- Pine Valley Elementary, 1^st grade teacher- Wilmington, NC 

“Wonderful show! I needed a comedy break. This show was perfect! I would love to see Fish the Magish again.” Ginger Black- K-1- Wrightsville Beach Elementary- Wrightsville Beach, NC 

“Your performance was definitely one to remember!! We recommend Fish the Magish to all!” Mike & Cindy Koszulinski- Cub Scout Pack 900- Bear Creek, NC

“Fish the Magish was great! The lessons taught were very appropriate for the age level. I appreciated what ‘Fish the Magish’ taught the children about bullies and honesty.”  Debbie Brock- Brentwood Elementary, 5^th grade teacher, Fayetteville, NC  

“Wonderful program, I like the way you reinforced the character words. Keep up the good work!” Annie Reid, Brentwood Elementary, 5^th grade teacher, Fayetteville, NC 

“Loved it! Students loved it! Great way to get a message across!”  Susan Phillips, Laughlin Primary, 1^st grade teacher, Summerfield, NC 

“I enjoyed your show as much or more than my children. I love the way you incorporate important values into your show.” Tina Hammond- Laughlin Primary, K Teacher, Summerfield, NC

“Funny, entertaining, educational, and appropriate for all ages...great for the whole school” Joshua Guthrie, Gym Teacher, AR Lewis Elementary, Pickens, SC