| “I’ve seen a lot of assemblies, and this was the best!” |
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Eryca Neville, PTA Vice President
Sheapard Elementary
Columbia,
MO |
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| “Fonziba exceeded all of our expectations for our community residency.
No one who contracts with her will be disappointed.” |
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Diane Weiland, Director
Henry A. Wallace Country Life
Center
Greenfield,
IA |
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| “I would recommend Fonziba’s assembly to anyone!” |
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Mr. Jesberg, Principal
St. Francis
Quincy, IL |
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“We can’t thank you enough for the residency you did here
at Polk
Elementary last week. It was absolutely awesome,
and students and teachers
alike are begging for you to return next year! The experience of working
with you on the drums and learning about the African culture was one
our
students will never forget.” |
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Virginia Michalicek, Enrichment Coordinator
Polk Elementary
Cedar
Rapids, IA |
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| “Best presenter ever!” |
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Jeremy Russell Killen, Teacher
East H.S.
Des Moines, IA |
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| “I’ve attended a lot of school in-services in the past twenty years
– your presentation was simply wonderful. The best! Thank you!” |
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Doug Isanisen, PHD
Psychologist for Dubuque Schools
Dubuque, IA |
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“For our Special-Ed. kids, this was the
best assembly we’ve ever
had.” |
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Mary Craven, Teacher
Hoover Elementary
Cedar Rapids, IA |
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“I wanted to thank you personally for your exciting session for our
Jones Jr. High kids. Several of the faculty commented how impressed
they were at your ability to relate to students. It takes someone very
special to hold the interest of seventh graders and preschoolers at
the same time!”
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Bill Hesse, Music Specialist
Jones Jr. High
Dubuque, IA |
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| “Thank you so much for presenting your African drumming program at
our church. It was great! People are still talking about the fun they
had.” |
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Marilyn Samuelson
Christ Lutheran Church
Des Moines, IA |
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| “Thanks you so much for participating in ArtBurst (outdoor arts fair).
You were terrific! I heard so many great comments about your program.
Kids and adults alike really enjoyed it. Learn and have fun! Super
job.” |
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Allyson Becker
ArtBurst Committee
Orange City, IA |
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“Your program at the Iowa Wesleyan College Winterfest
series last
week was a real highlight for our students,
faculty and staff.” |
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Debbie McCall, The Forum Committee
Iowa Wesleyan College
Mt. Pleasant,
IA |
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| “The schools here love your program!” |
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Fran Cook, Arts Education Coordinator
Quincy Society of fine Arts
Quincy, IL |
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| “Thanks again for a wonderful, educational experience in African
Drumming. Parents and teachers are still coming up to me to tell me
how impressed they were with your presentation. Your sharing brought
us closer to a different way of living in a part of the world that
is far from us. I was also impressed with your video and your spiritual
connection to the people. May you continue to inspire others through
African drumming.” |
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Jennifer Cooper, Music Teacher
Newman Catholic Elementary
Mason
City, IA |
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“We enjoyed a fabulous afternoon with Fonziba.
She awakened our spirits and the rhythm in our souls!
It was truly
a life-giving afternoon!” |
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Becky Searcy, Music Educator
St. Benedicts
Decorah, IA |
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“I’ve never seen the kids more engaged
in an assembly before.” |
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Brent Bock, Teacher
Longfellow Elementary
Iowa City, IA |
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| “Our students were so proud of what they accomplished while you were
here. Personally, I look forward to using the tools you taught me in
creating a drumming group for my students. You obviously have a great
passion for what you do and it shows in the amazing way everyone responded
to your visit.” |
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Heather Nail, Music Teacher
King Academy of Math and Science
Des
Moines, IA |
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“In the seven years I’ve been here, this was
the best assembly we’ve
had!” |
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Trish Brokus, Special Ed Teacher
Washington Jr. High
Dubuque, IA |
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“The kids are all raving about the cool “drum lady!”
They were really
pumped up!” |
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Cindy Johnson, Music Teacher
McGaughey Elementary
Mt. Zion, IL |
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| “Fonziba is an inspiring teacher! Everyone who participates in one
of her classes feels capable of drumming!” |
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Catherine Howe, “Success” Coordinator
Greenfield Elementary
Greenfield,
IA |
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| “Thank you so much for bringing such an exciting program to our local
schools. I was impressed, not only with the quality of your drumming,
but the excellence of your teaching.” |
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Brenda Knox, Executive Director
Fort Madison Area Arts Association
Ft.
Madison, IA |
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“Wow! This has been an experience of a lifetime –
for the children
and me!” |
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Kathy Cummings, Music Teacher
Western Hills Elementary
West Des
Moines, IA |
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| “Thank you! What a wonderful assembly and day! The kids are still
talking about it. I still feel the heat! Wonderful!” |
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Judy Havner, Teacher
Granger Elementary
Des Moines, IA |
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“We’ve had lots of artists at our school,
but this was way up there!” |
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Cindy Wagner
St. Pats & St. Mary’s
Dubuque, IA |
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“The children were captivated by this hand-on
exploration
of African
rhythm… everyone was reluctant
to end their
time with her.” |
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Susanne B. Baty, Principal
Cardinal Elementary
Maquoketa, IA |
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“Wow! Thank you for a tremendous performance…
you are an inspiration!” |
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Diane Kebede, Educational Coordinator,
Edmunds Elementary School
Des Moines, IA |
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| “Thank you so much for brining your talents and knowledge of African
music to my students. They thoroughly enjoyed your presentation and
learned so much. You are a gifted lady! |
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Sarah Guilford, Music Teacher
Adams Elementary
Quincy, Il |
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| “That was the best assembly we’ve had!” |
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Steve Cornelius, Principal
Resurrection School
Dubuque, IA |
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| “I cannot say how much we enjoyed our time with you last week. I
have heard many positive comments from students, staff and parents.” |
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Martha Stelplugh, Music Teacher
Bedford Community Schools
Bedford,
IA |
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“Thank you so much for sharing your energy, rhythm
and
dance with our school students and staff. They all loved every part
of your program!” |
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Liz Cox,
Event Co-Chair
Jordan Creek Elementary
W. Des Moines,
IA |
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| “Thanks again for a wonderful experience!” |
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Jessica Cronk,
Music Teacher
Waukee Elementary
Waukee, IA |
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