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TIMOTHY CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

2141 DEER RUN AVENUE BURLINGTON

February 2, 2006
To whom it may concern:

We were fortunate to have booked Jim Jordan for two presentations early in the school year. The initial presentation was focused on taking responsibility for our actions to enhance our freedom to make choices for ourselves. The second presentation was tailored to our grade 7 & 8 students and the skills required to enhance their transition to secondary school.

Jim wove his natural speaking talents into moments of magic to draw out a point and to reinforce key elements of his talk. The students were motivated to listen and to respond throughout the presentation utilizing a number of effective techniques throughout the 50 min presentations.

Both staff and parents were very impressed with Jim's management of the students and the clear messages of responsibility and respect that were his key messages. For any community that is endeavouring to address "bullying" within their school or may be establishing a leadership team, Jim Jordan is a terrific way to commence your efforts.

We intend on prevailing upon Jim to speak to our children again in the spring.

MOTHER TERESA CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
1190 Westview Terrace, Oakville, ON. L6M 3N2 TEL: 905-825-6382 FAX: 905-825-6385

January 30, 2006

To Whom It May Concern;

It is my pleasure to write this letter in support of the anti-bullying program by Jim Jordan. "Stop Bullying" is an interactive program that was shared with our grade 5 - 8 students. Students were engaged in the presentation and took an interactive role in outlining the steps to take when confronted with a bullying situation. One of the main outcomes of the presentation was the strong recommendation that students take a pro-active role in addressing bullying by not being bystanders but rather by confronting bullies and reporting incidents to teachers and administration.
Jim provided concrete materials that were shared with the students. Bullying boxes and forms were shared with the students whereby students can report incidents without fear of repercussion.
I would recommend that Jim come in to address this very important issue again at the school.

Sincerely,

Christina Daly Vice Principal

I have included some of the quotes I received from the staff and students.

"very entertaining, I really "got" Jim's message and felt like someone understands"

"I really like how Jim interacted with the students and recognized some that really needed it. His clear and interactive presentation really hit home with our class"

"That was awesome. We have never had someone deliver the "bullying"
message and make me totally understand it"

" I hope that Jim can come back next year to be part of our Power of Positive Choices, the whole day was so much fun."

" What a fantastic presenter for the students. Our class has continued to review Jim's message and discuss bystanders and the importance of reporting"

" I'm glad that I now have somewhere to report bullying and know that someone looks into it"

I thought the keynote speaker was excellent! He was entertaining, informative and hopefully, thought-provoking. Bev Shannon, teacher

What did you think of the keynote speaker? Awesome, the kids and staff were well entertained. Carol Cawley, teacher

What was your impression of the Keynote Presenter- Jim Jordon? The key note speaker was great . He covered the material from the career section in planning 10 which the kids should have heard but did not until he spoke. When talking to a reluctant student, the student said the message was good and I think he was surprised to hear himself say those words. Why did you like it? It was entertaining with a direct message. Also it was very timely for the students who are making life choices. Linda Njume, Teacher