We are so proud of the many letters that we have received recently from principals, PTA/PTO members, Cultural Arts Chairs, teachers, parents and, of course, students. Please take a look at our wonderful reviews and remember that you can always use some local (or national) quotes for your press releases, flyers and posters

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7/5/10, Plainsboro, NJ – “The presenter was all we hoped for in the challenge to delight both kids and adults. He came early, set up early and was delightful with tons of energy and good humor. The engagement of adults was fabulous. Developing this sort of non-school, educational program for the public should be an ongoing priority!” Director, Plainsboro Public Library

6/9/10, Staten Island, NY - "'Arithmetickles' was excellent! It kept both the students and teachers entertained. We will do it every year!" PTA President, PS 5

6/3/10, Flushing, NY - "'Arithmetickles' is very engaging and encourages high order thinking about math concepts." Assistant Principal, P.S. 165

5/27/10, Port Washington, NY - "Great way to emphasize the fun and relevance of math."
Math Specialist, Salem ES

5/21/10, Limerick, PA - "The children were engaged and enjoyed the show." Teacher, Brooke ES

4/29/10, Greenwich, CT – “Excellent program!  Thank you!” Lower School Head, Greenwich Academy

4/29/10, Schenectady, NY – “The children and parents loved this event.  Fun and entertaining review of math skills.  Great idea for TV Turn-Off Month.  Cannot wait for you to come back!”
PTO President, Bradt/Pinewood ES

4/27/10, Waltham, MA – “It is difficult to find performances that are mathematically based.  It’s such an important subject to present in a positive way!” Kindergarten Teacher, Stanley ES

4/27/10, Colchester, CT – “’Arithmetickles’ is such a nice change from all of our typical reading/story telling programs.  The concerts were also very age appropriate and engaging.  I look forward to more performances in the years to come.” Math Specialist, Colchester ES

4/27/10, Wilmington, MA - "On behalf of the children and staff at the West Intermediate School, I would like to express our thanks for the amazing program you brought to our school. Your fast-paced, entertaining, interactive program left the children excited and more knowledgeable about math and its use in everyday situations. Your messages were important ones and the children left the presentation with enthusiasm." Enrichment Team, West Intermedite School

4/26/10, Quincy, MA – “I have already recommended ‘Arithmetickles’ to other schools.  It was wonderful It really was an excellent production that was enjoyed and appreciated by both students and staff.” Principal, James Hennessy ES

4/19/10, Howell, NJ – “This was truly an excellent program. The students loved it! They enjoyed being a part of the assembly; going up on stage, holding the numbers, and working together. It was clear, precise and energetic. Even the K-2 students loved it. They laughed, clapped and had fun while up on stage and their peers in the audience who clapped for them had fun, too. Truly wonderful!”
PTO President & Cultural Arts Representative

4/13/10, Millbrook, NY – “We truly enjoyed the show.” Group of 4 Teachers, Elm Drive ES

4/9/10, Medinah, IL – “The performer kept the audience very involved The students were eager to participate and enjoyed seeing the staff participate as well. The performer was very well prepared and the show ran smoothly.” Teacher, Medinah Primary School

4/9/10, Patchogue, NY – “Engaging performer and great content!” Principal, Bay ES

4/6/10, Franklin Park, IL – “’Arithmetickles’ was not only entertaining, but also made math come alive.” Principal, Pietrini ES

4/3/10, Danbury, CT – “Entertaining with some real learning.  Reinforces what we are teaching!” Principal, Stadley Rough ES

4/1/10, Summit, NJ – “The students were excited and liked the fun math activities presented. We really enjoyed it!” 5th Grade Teacher, Jefferson ES

3/25/10, Lancaster, VA – “I would definitely recommend this program because it truly is math plus fun!” Guidance Counselor, Lancaster Primary School

3/24/10, Newport News, VA – “’Arithmetickles’ kept the students very engaged. Overall, it was a fun program.” Head of School, St. Andrew’s Episcopal

3/24/10, Virginia Beach, VA – “Very enjoyable and educational. All of the students were engaged!” LMS, Thalia School

3/23/10, Sewell, NJ – “All of the children were engaged in the program and practicing how to solve math problems! ‘Arithmetickles’ gave the teachers great ideas they can implement in the classroom.” Elementary Supervisor, Wedgwood ES

3/19/2010, Newton, NJ – “I loved the game ‘Boo’. We played it later that day and the kids loved it! Great activity.” 5th Grade LAL teacher, Merriam Ave School

3/17/10, Brooklyn, NY – “The children were entertained and engaged and participated on stage.” Math Coach, PS 361

3/16/2010, Fredericksburg, VA – “The program was funny and kept students engaged. It was so funny and enjoyable that the teachers had fun!” Assistant Principal, Lafayette Upper Elementary

3/16/10, Fredericksburg, VA – “’Arithmetickles’ lives up to its ‘slogan’. It’s math and it’s fun!”
PTA Representative, Hugh Mercer ES

3/15/10, West Orange, NJ – “The ‘Arithmetickles’ program was a wonderful addition to our ongoing theme of ‘Math is All Around Us’. This was also a great introduction to April’s math Awareness Month and our upcoming math Fair. We highly recommend this program!” Math Enrichment Coordinator; Associate Math Department Chair, Solomon Schechter Day School of Essex & Union

3/15/10, Winchester, VA – “’Arithmetickles’ encouraged flexible thinking and real life problem solving. I resoundingly recommend it!” Principal, Armel Elementary

3/10/10, Peabody, MA – “The children loved the interaction with this show. They love to be included and the presenter did that throughout the whole show.”
Cultural Events Team, West Memorial ES

3/5/10, Chesterfield, NJ – “The students really enjoyed it, laughed a lot, and were surprised by how much fun it was.” Teacher, Chesterfield ES

3/1/10, Cedar Grove, NJ – “The show was engaging and the students were highly motivated.” Principal, North End ES

2/19/10, East Brunswick, NJ – “I would absolutely recommend this show. Most assemblies are not related to math…a much need and overlooked subject. It was super all the way around…organized, engaging and very worthwhile!” Math Specialist, Bowne Munro ES

2/19/10, Washingtonville, NY – “Very entertaining and great audience participation. Highly recommend!” PTA Math Chairperson, Roundhill Elementary

2/18/10, Old Bridge, NJ – “’Arithmetickles’ shows students that math can be easy and fun. The staff and students really enjoyed the program.” Principal, Grissom ES

2/17/10, Edison, NJ – “The program was fun, educational and the students loved it. The teachers loved the show as well!” PTA Parent, Woodbrook ES

2/12/10, Pearl River, NY – “ The show was excellent and we look forward to your visit to our school next year! We love ‘Arithmetickles’ because it includes interactive math, audience participation onstage and stand-up comedy to hold the students’ interest!”
Teacher, Pearl River Middle School

2/8/10, Clarksburg, NJ – “The presenter was great with the students and kept them engaged, entertained and enthusiastic about math. It was a wonderful way to start a Monday morning.The younger students were also engaged throughout the performance. They told me afterwards how much fun they had. I would definitely recommend this program to other districts.”
Math Specialist, Millstone Township

2/2/10, Stone Mountain, GA – “I would recommend this show for all grade levels. It was great for basic math to make it fun and interactive for students.” Principal, Pine Ridge ES

1/29/10, San Jose, CA – “Lots of student interaction! The presenter was excellent and made even the “strugglers” successful with help, clues and praise.”
3rd Grade Teacher and Assembly Coordinator, Northwood ES

1/28/10, Tracy, CA – “I highly recommend ‘Arithmetickles’. It is very fast moving and holds the interest. I really liked how the presenter said “keep your hands in your lap” so that teachers can pick students to help. Nice that the presenter came early; that really helped us not worry. Thanks so much, it was GREAT!” Kindergarten Teacher, Traina Elementary School

1/27/10, Cupertino, CA – “’Arithmetickles’ is fun and engaging and shows how math is integrated into our daily lives. Excellent show. We loved it!” PTA Assembly Chair, Sedgwick ES

1/27/10, Cupertino, CA – “The class loved it! It moved along quickly and the hour passed before we knew it. We enjoyed the interactive and creative parts of the show and that included both the students and staff.” 1st Grade Teacher, Sedgwick ES

1/27/10, Cupertino, CA – “It got everyone thinking about how math is more than just learning facts and doing paper and pencil work. The presenter was very high energy and involved so many students. I really couldn’t see how a math assembly could be interesting, but it was. I would love to have ‘Arithmetickles’ back. It was worthwhile.” 2nd Grade Teacher, Sedgwick ES

1/26/10, Longmeadow, MA – “I would definitely recommend this program. It made the students excited about math.” 5th Grade Teacher, Center School

1/26/10, Longmeadow, MA – “No paper, no pencil, but kids were using their math skills! The show emphasized the importance of listening. It was fabulous, entertaining and made the kids think!” Kindergarten Teacher, Center School

1/23/10, Stockton, CA – “I recommend this show and will be emailing other area principals to let them know about ‘Arithmetickles’. And the service by your office was fantastic!”
Principal, Port City Academy

1/22/2010, Danbury, CT – “Great show! Our children enjoyed learning math with your presenter. Thank you!” Principal, Great Plain ES

1/21/10, Los Altos, CA – “It was wonderful! The kids were glued to their seats, even on the third rainy day in a row.! Any time the kids are that engaged for an hour, it’s a great program!” Instuctional Assistant, Los Altos Christian ES

1/20/10, Haverstraw, NY - “...It was curriculum-based for our grade levels and the presentation caught the interest and attention of our students and faculty. The presenter did an excellent job and it was a GREAT program. I would most definitely recommend this program to other elementary schools.” PTA President, Gerald Neary ES

1/19/10, Rutherford, NJ- “Interactive, collaborative and fun!” 3rd Grade teacher, Washington School

1/19/10, Rutherford, NJ- “The program is a great hands-on way to get students involved in math lessons. The presenter was excellent!” PTA Cultural Programs Coordinator, Lincoln School

1/15/10, Bohemia, NY - “The presenter made learning fun and also provided fun ways to teach math that include student participation. The students had a wonderful time.” Principal, Bosti School

1/12/10, Red Hook, NY – “Educational and motivating for both teachers and students.  Excellent performance!” 4th Grade Teacher, Red Hook ES

1/12/10, Anaheim, CA - "The children were laughing while actually doing math during the show! And the kids loved it when the teachers were asked to participate in the show. I didn't really know what to expect and I am so glad I booked 'Arithmetickles'. Great job!"
PTA Executive VP, Paul Revere ES

1/12/10 Port Reading, NJ- “Very enthusiastic! There was much student involvement and the students enjoyed the show a lot!” Assembly Chair, School #9

1/12/10 San Dimas, CA- “The presenter was fantastic…terrific! The information was useful and interesting. Feedback from teachers, parents and students was very positive.”
PTA/VP of Programs, Shull ES

12/19/09 Howell, NJ – “It was great seeing so many kids onstage and all the other kids still able to participate. It was terrific seeing all the teachers laughing and enjoying the show just as much as the kids!” PTA Vice President, Newbury ES


2/22/10, Staten Island, NY – “’Arithmetickles’ made learning math fun. Loved it!” Teacher, PS 41

2/19/10, East Brunswick, NJ – “I would absolutely recommend this show. Most assemblies are not related to math…a much need and overlooked subject. It was super all the way around…organized, engaging and very worthwhile!” Math Specialist, Bowne Munro ES

12/17/09, Accokeek, MD – “The program fully engaged the students and parents and showed everyone how easy and fun math can be.” Math Coordinator, Accokeek Academy

12/8/09 South River, NJ - “I was impressed with how well the presenter kept the children engaged and how each show was geared to the level of its audience. It was great for the kids to see how math can be fun. Great job!” PTA President, Memorial School

12/7/09 Bethel CT – “The show was both educational and enjoyable. I would definitely recommend it. Teachers and students were most pleased.” Principal, St. Mary School

12/4/09 Groton, MA – “Consistently the comments from the teachers and students were ‘this is the best program we have had in years…’ The presenter was attuned to her audiences at all times. She was enchanting, gracious, supportive to staff and students alike. Thank you for creating and sharing this program. We forget that math is in every corner and arc of our lives. The children left enthusiastic and excited about math. Many of your games and ideas will continue in K – 4!”
PTA Chair, Cultural Enrichment Program, Florence Roche School

11/25/09 Floral Park, NY – “The students were completely involved from start to finish. They were thinking math and talking math! Thanks for a great show.” Chairperson/Math, Sewanhaka High School

11/17/09 Dudley, MA – “Wonderful presentation! Kept the audience completely involved. Great job!” Grade 6 Teacher/Team Leader, Dudley Middle School

11/12/09 Radnor, OH – “This was such a wonderful program. Fun and engaging. The prisenter was excellent and really thought well on the spur of the moment! Excellent!!” Principal, Buckeye Valley North

11/10/09 Northfield, OH – “Thank you so very much for the great visit from your show “Arithmetickles” at our school yesterday. We had a lot of fun and the kids enjoyed the program very much. I was really excited to have had more than 200 turn out for the evening performance as well and the feedback has been great.” Principal, Northfield ES

11/3/09 Picture Rocks, PA – “The kids were actively involved. I was excited that the presenter stressed how important It was to listen to instructions!” Teacher, Grade 3, G. A. Ferrell School

11/13/09 Chardon, OH – “The program was very relevant and reinforced our new math program.” Principal, Hambden ES

11/9/09 Northfield, OH – “It was age appropriate, very interactive, educational and FUN! Math has a whole new meaning to our students! Awesome!” Four (clearly terrific) teachers, Northfield ES

10/29/09 Summitville, IN – “Very energetic and engaging!” Title Teacher, Summitville ES

10/28/09 Berwyn, IL – “The students were engaged and loving it! I would absolutely recommend this show.” 4th Grade Teacher, Irving ES

10/28/09 Chicago, IL – “The presenter was a terrific presenter, full of energy and enthusiasm. She had good control of the crowd.” Assistant Principal, Queen of All Saints

10/28/09 Chicago, IL – “’Arithmetickles” got the kids involved and thinking and LISTENING!” Teacher, Queen of All Saints School

10/2/09 Quincy, MA – “The presenter was awesome!” Educator, Merrymount ES

4/20/09 Dix Hills, NY – “I loved the constant audience participation and the teacher participation was FANTASTIC! The kids were all talking about how “funny” that was. I also like how the two assemblies were age specific. The students were very engaged.” Arts and Education Co-Chairperson, Chestnut Hill

4/9/09, Selkirk NY- “It engaged students who had an opportunity to participate as well, while reinforcing math concepts. Feedback from teachers and students was very positive.”
C.V., Principal, A.W. Becker School

4/2/09, Jordan NY- “Arithmetickles” got the kids engaged with high energy and enthusiasm for math.” M.H., Teacher, Ramsdell Elementary

4/2/09, Jordan NY- “A very educational show of a high interest level to the students. I learned a few new games that I couldn’t wait to use with my class, especially the “Boo” counting game! Thank you for bringing your show to our school. The students were “buzzing” when they returned to the classroom. It was great to see math portrayed in such a fun way.” B.H., Teacher, Ramsdell Elementary

4/1/09, Rayland OH- “It was an excellent way to make math more alive and meaningful in our students’ lives. And you can’t top the performance. Students were excited and wanted replays in class. The faculty gave it a A+! Many of the topics we will need for diagnostic and achievement testing in April were also covered.” R.R., Title 1 Math, Northwest School

3/19/09, Thornwood NY- “The presenter was wonderful! The skits were clever and creative and gave ideas to the teachers for talking about math in a more practical way with a fresh approach.”
Mixed Teachers, Columbus Elementary

3/17/09, Deer Park NY- “Yes, we would recommend Arithmetickles to other schools. Our math resource teachers couldn’t thank us enough for bringing this program in. The performer was outstanding.”
E.P. , JFK School

3/3/09, Hadley MA- “What a terrific program for children of all ages. We used this program to kick off a whole day about math. The children were so excited the rest of the day! We loved it!!”
P.C., Teacher, Hadley Elementary

2/27/09, Jackson NJ- “This program was fantastic! The program was targeted to all grade levels from K-5 which is not an easy task. Well done! The presenter was wonderful with the kids & keeping control of the program. Thank you for being so accommodating with rescheduling when we had a delayed opening. Your company is a pleasure to work with.” R.K., Teacher, Rosenauer School

2/24/09, Ellicott City, MD- “I would definitely recommend this assembly to other schools. Each performance was engaging, entertaining and age-appropriate. The students genuinely enjoyed themselves and were eager to participate. Staff and students loved the fantastic performer. Another great thing was that the presenter was able to set up and break down the show very easily and needed little to no help from our staff.” J.B., Cultural Arts Chair, Manor Woods Elementary

2/23/09, Bethesda MD- “The show was energized, interactive, attention-getting and made you think about numbers.” R.B., Teacher, St. Jane de Chantel School

2/13/09, West Palm Beach FL- “The program not only demonstrated for students how learning math can be fun but it also demonstrated for teachers how to be creative in planning future math activities. Simply wonderful!” T.H., Seminole Trails Elementary

2/13/09, Saratoga NY- “High energy, lots of enthusiasm from students and teachers. Fun and entertaining review of math skills. Age and skill level appropriate, lots of audience participation, excellent emphasis on having fun with math.” K.L., Cultural Arts Liason, Geyser Road School

2/12/09, Loudonville NY- “You held the students’ attention throughout the program. Thank you once again! This is my last year chairing this committee and you have been my favorite program to book! Your professionalism is quite notable and most importantly, the kids love the program!”
T.C., Cultural Chair, Southgate School

2/11/09, South Glens Falls NY- “This is by far one of the best programs we have had at our school. Not only was it entertaining but it was so educational. I picked up some ideas to use in the future.”
C.F., Teacher, Harrison Avenue School

2/11/09, South Glens Falls NY- “The host was BY FAR the best presenter we have ever seen. I will play some of the games in my class – thank you for the great ideas!” A.S., Teacher, Harrison Avenue School

2/10/09, Chesterfield MA- “Unlike other performances that come to schools, “Arithmetickles” kept most all students engaged throughout – even my most distractible 3rd graders! It was entertaining as well as helpful and relevant to our math curriculum. We were very pleased with the show.”
J.L., Teacher, New Hingham School

2/10/09, Orange Park FL- “We had two shows, one for K-2 & one for 3-6. The shows were completely different and appropriate for each level and it was a fantastic performance! Even the rambunctious 3-6 graders totally loved it!” T.O., Assistant Principal, S Bryan Jeary School

1/7/09, Wayne NJ- “We have had other programs at the school and none have held the attention like “Arithmetickles” did.” K. K., Cultural Enrichment Committee, James Fallon School