These are some of the testimonials from K-12 principals following the motivational programs delivered by Paul Stuart Wichansky.
On Friday, Manhasset Middle School hosted the absolute BEST Assembly Program I have EVER seen in 30+ years in middle school education - the ABSOLUTE BEST I tell you!
Paul Wichansky will warm the hearts of your students- he will leave EVERY single middle school child in your building with three things:
A smile on their face (this is Paul's main mission) An intense understanding of the life of those born with different abilities Finally, an appreciation for "letting everyone reach their own possibilities!"
This Assembly, "Taking the Dis out of Disability," has truly altered the scene here at Manhasset Middle School as much as anything I have strived to do over the past two years. It fit right into my Character Education Program, but it went much further than what I could have expected. At the conclusion of Paul's presentation which he calls a "simple conversation with kids", every child in the school spontaneously stood and began a 5-minute standing ovation that sent chills of joy up my spine. What a guy Paul is! PLEASE if you want someone who will change kids hearts more in 40 minutes than anything else you do, get in touch with this absolutely charming man with a message from the heart!
Paul's motivational program was simply "life changing." I hope [my testimonial] helps spread his valuable, valuable message. Please let Paul know I smiled ALL weekend!
Richard McMahon, PrincipalManhasset Middle School in Manhasset, N.Y.
Our audience very quickly became affected by this amazing speaker. They responded appropriately to his sense of humor and appreciated some very simple life lessons he looked to instill upon everyone. Paul challenged us to rip the 'T' out of the word CAN'T. He focused so much attention on the importance of a smile and how contagious your smile and your positive personality can be. He helped the students and the adults to appreciate what it means to live with a disability and that anything is possible with a supportive network of family and friends and an inner determination.
Meeting Paul Stuart Wichansky was a very unique opportunity. I wish all of you could have had the same experience; since you weren't able to, let your childrens' recollections and reactions be the next best thing!
Michael Donovan, Vice-PrincipalRidgewood Avenue School in Glen Ridge, N.J.
Thank you for the excellent program that A Vision in Motion presented to the 8th grade classes. Paul's rapport with students was exceptional. The children were totally enthralled with the two programs.
One of my teachers remarked to me, "This is the best assembly program I've seen in 20 years."
Stephen C. Melofchik, Assistant PrincipalLong Valley Middle School in Long Valley, N.J.
Our students learned the meaning of 'I Can!' firsthand.
Charles T. Jones, PrincipalFanny Meyer Hillers Elementary School in Hackensack, N.J.
Excellent, relevant, inspirational workshop! The best the district has ever offered. By the way, what's the deal with kids in wheelchairs wanting really fast cars?"
God Bless You! Keep sparkling, Paul!
Paul continues to inspire me as a speech/language pathologist and audiologist in a world where one will only focus on what a person cannot do rather than what one is able to do. I only wish that others would become inspired and truly motivated by this program. We are all a product of our environments, and Paul's parents, teachers, family, and friends are certainly special in that world. However, it is Paul who has utilized all that life has provided to give him that special talent that we all were so lucky to witness today! -- Linda Carucci Fenyar, audiologist
One of the few times in the past 25 years of educational workshops that I left totally motivated and inspired! -- Steve Picciano
He was great at motivating you to live out your dreams and enjoy life.
The best presentation in my 25 years of teaching! Uplifting message.
This program would be excellent for all students especially those with little self-esteem. Paul also shows to students the diversity we all have!
Joyful and inspirational! I've never believed in disabled individuals, I only see and believe in uniquely abled individuals. Paul is 'uniquely abled' and a powerful voice for tolerance and understanding. -- Patricia DeMelna
Excellent speaker who should serve as an inspiration for tired, negative educators.
Worth every cent. I only wish our students could hear Paul!
Paul is a fantastic speaker! Everyone should experience his workshop.
The best speaker/workshop I have experienced since I have been at Lyndhurst High School.
Very informative presentation and an overall very useful message. Shows that anyone can be anything or anyone can do anything.
Excellent presentation! Outstanding message on how everyone should accept people, "Just The Way They Are." -- Denise Kane
I'm speechless. I applaud Paul's energy and vision! Thank you, Paul, for following your dream. You motivate all of us and continue to make a difference. -- Susan Blankoff
Touched every emotion with strong positive messages and hope. God Bless!
The message within this presentation should be spread around the country. EXCELLENT!
This man is amazing! Paul is a true inspiration. Everyone should have the honor of having him in their district.
testimonials from teachers, principals, and school administratorsin-service workshop for the entire district of Lyndhurst, N.J., Oct. 2006
Paul put his audience at ease, had them laughing and asking questions within minutes. Many students shared personal experiences freely with Paul and the class, reinforcing my belief that Paul's approach was both informative and sensitive.
Miriam Peluso, Vice-PrincipalUpper Freehold Regional Elementary School in Allentown, N.J.
Both my principal and vice-principal came to let me know how pleased they were I had you visit the school. Both received rave reviews from [the teachers] who attended yesterday's program. They let Mrs. Ford know it is a must to have you back and your program will now be part of our school's curriculum for all third-grade classes. They will be in touch with the rest of our elementary schools to make your program district-wide.
Mary-Beth Altavilla, TeacherDutch Neck Elementary School in Princeton Junction, N.J.
Mr. Wichansky did an excellent job. His upbeat approach captured everyone's hearts and minds. Paul went a long way in changing attitudes about people with handicaps. (I could listen to him speak for a longer time than the hour he used!)
E.J. Paone, PrincipalMorris Plains Borough School in Morris Plains, N.J.
Hello, Paul! You have deeply touched the hearts and minds of all present. May the Almighty bless you with continued strength to inspire our future, our children, to reach to the stars and achieve their fullest potential, with their God given talents.
Rabbi Shraga Gross, PrincipalRabbi Pesach Raymon Yeshiva in Edison, N.J.
Thank you for your wonderfully inspirational talk. It is often difficult for our students to listen for long periods of time. Today we saw an extraordinary thing - our entire student body in rapt attention for the duration of your presentation.
Jane P. LaStella, School PsychologistBergen Center for Child Development in Haworth, N.J.
On behalf of the faculty, staff and students at Allentown High School, I thank you for touching the lives of our family here at the school and for making us more sensitive to the gifts we possess and the gifts that others offer us through their lives and struggles. I hope that you would be able to return to see the other classes who have not yet had the benefit of listening to your presentations.
Christopher Nagy, PrincipalAllentown High School in Allentown, N.J.
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