Feedback from workshop participants:
"I thought the presentation was well prepared. There was a variety of resources and materials that were very helpful. I have been to other similar trainings and this has been the best and most interesting by far! The information was definitely helpful to identify what we should be doing and what we can be doing better. Thank you for your time and effort. It was a powerful and motivational presentation and interactive learning experience."
Introduction to the Common Core State Standards and TASC NJ Department of Corrections - May 2014
"I found it extremely helpful that Ms. Harbison not only presented science curriculum, but teaching strategies for reading and writing. She is a wealth of information!"
"Very informative. Actually enjoyable!!"
"Very good. To the point. Very Helpful."
"Andrea is well organized and truly cares about the info she imparts."
"Excellent ready-to-use activities."
"I very much appreciate that the presenter took into account the limitations in our teaching environment. The activities were great. I will try them."
Aligning Instruction with Common Core State Standards for Science and TASC NJ Department of Corrections - June 2014
"I really liked all the interactions and how I was able to think about all the ways I could use it in my classroom."
"It's really nice to learn new ways to deal with challenging behaviors in children and it's also great to receive reminders."
Creating an Effective Learning Environment Trenton Head Start - Trenton, NJ
"The group activities were meaningful, because I was able to talk with other teachers about the topic and gain new ideas. The presenter was excellent."
"The connections of literacy, not only to the classroom, but also outside environments, allows me to have more materials to help my students learn."
Literacy in the Preschool Classroom St. Justine's - Newark, NJ
"Makes you think how important planning is before you begin your week's lesson. Also, getting other teachers' input and feedback definitely enhances better planning for the benefit of all children. I enjoy seeing staff involvement. They were open to learn and participate. Well presented."
What Children Learn: Learning Goals and Content Areas Concern Mom - Irvington, NJ Jan. 2013
"There was a tremendous amount of information relayed. Instructor was excellent!"
Differentiated Instruction for Adult Education NJ Department of Corrections
"Ms. Harbison was a great presenter. She had a lot of knowledge on the subject and material. In addition, she brings classroom experience to the presentation."
"Great handouts for immediate use. Instructions for teachers to acknowledge each other. Good examples to use for classroom management."
Classroom Management Union County TEAMS Charter School - grades K-12
"Very informative workshop! Wonderful hand-outs to support implementation of new ideas."
"Fantastic presentation! Finally a great resource for my classes. Will be using it right away!"
"The presenter did a great job. She learned the names of the participants quickly and made the material relevant."
Reading and Writing in the Science Classroom Matawan/Aberdeen - grades 6-12
"The session was very informative providing breakdowns of what the standards are and ideas to use when teaching the clusters."
"Andrea really helped clarify the new Common Core State Standards for math. She provided many new ideas for math games."
"Andrea presented information in a concise, efficient manner. She had lots of practical ideas for implementation. She answered all of our questions and gave us a deeper understanding of the Common Core Standards."
Common Core State Standards: Kindergarten Math Rahway, NJ
"I thought the examples and literature connections were very helpful!"
Common Core State Standards: First Grade Math Rahway, NJ
"Very excited to take the games and literature to link to lessons especially my math center groups! Very informative. I also enjoyed learning the books and writing aspects of math. Took a lot of notes, because your examples were great!"
"Great fast moving morning with lots of ideas and affirmation of what we already do! Thanks!"
"This was a wonderful workshop that provided me with many effective math activities/games. I look forward to implementing these activities in my classroom."
Common Core State Standards: Second Grade Math Rahway, NJ
"Great workshop. Especially, going over resume review, portfolio development, cover letters, math review, and some of the effective communication strategies and interview skills."
"The entire series was useful, because every interview presents the same anxieties and this helped me to be better prepared, but I have appreciated that this was more than a student-teacher environment. I feel like you took a personal interest in our growth and success."
"It was helpful going over the math, but I was extremely thankful for building my resume,cover letter, and references, and the time Andrea took for all of us. I feel my professionalism skills and my confidence have increased. Andrea was an excellent teacher who truly cared about what our goals were. I learned a lot and actually have a plan now."
Health Career Pathways: Prepare for Success! Brookdale Community College/Meridian
"The speaker was prepared and connected well with participants. She did a great job of remembering names and really tried to teach to the needs of the participants."
"Excellent presentation - well prepared and professional."
"Great handouts and ideas I can use to help my students expand their writing."
"You are such a dynamic presenter. When I found out there was a Part 2 to this workshop I couldn't wait to sign up. Thank you!"
Adult Motivation and Literacy:Part 2 - Writing NJ Department of Corrections
"Ms. Harbison sincerely dealt with all questions, comments, and responses. She is serious about collecting effective and realistic ways for teachers to help students make cognitive connections."
"Really appreciated her efforts to present materials that could be used in a correctional setting classroom."
"Thanks for adapting your presentation to correctional education!"
"A very well prepared presenter! 1st hand experience with inmates is going to make her really great!!"
Literacy Best Practices for Science, Social Studies, and Math NJ Department of Corrections - Feb 2013
"Extremely informative, and I enjoyed the interaction with co-workers."
"Interactive training is more effective than note-taking and listening!"
"This was a job changing experience for me - a positive one!"
Effective Communication, Management, and Supervision Kearny Federal Savings - Feb 2013
"I like how the standards were practically applied to the classroom."
"Very insightful - gave me many ideas I will be using in my classroom."
"Presenter was able to explain and give effective explanations."
"Very informative. Much of this I was working with already without realizing."
Aligning Instruction with Common Core State Standards for Science Union Public Schools (6-12) - Feb 2013
Introduction to the Common Core State Standards and TASC NJ Department of Corrections - May 2014
"I found it extremely helpful that Ms. Harbison not only presented science curriculum, but teaching strategies for reading and writing. She is a wealth of information!"
"Very informative. Actually enjoyable!!"
"Very good. To the point. Very Helpful."
"Andrea is well organized and truly cares about the info she imparts."
"Excellent ready-to-use activities."
"I very much appreciate that the presenter took into account the limitations in our teaching environment. The activities were great. I will try them."
Aligning Instruction with Common Core State Standards for Science and TASC NJ Department of Corrections - June 2014
"I really liked all the interactions and how I was able to think about all the ways I could use it in my classroom."
"It's really nice to learn new ways to deal with challenging behaviors in children and it's also great to receive reminders."
Creating an Effective Learning Environment Trenton Head Start - Trenton, NJ
"The group activities were meaningful, because I was able to talk with other teachers about the topic and gain new ideas. The presenter was excellent."
"The connections of literacy, not only to the classroom, but also outside environments, allows me to have more materials to help my students learn."
Literacy in the Preschool Classroom St. Justine's - Newark, NJ
"Makes you think how important planning is before you begin your week's lesson. Also, getting other teachers' input and feedback definitely enhances better planning for the benefit of all children. I enjoy seeing staff involvement. They were open to learn and participate. Well presented."
What Children Learn: Learning Goals and Content Areas Concern Mom - Irvington, NJ Jan. 2013
"There was a tremendous amount of information relayed. Instructor was excellent!"
Differentiated Instruction for Adult Education NJ Department of Corrections
"Ms. Harbison was a great presenter. She had a lot of knowledge on the subject and material. In addition, she brings classroom experience to the presentation."
"Great handouts for immediate use. Instructions for teachers to acknowledge each other. Good examples to use for classroom management."
Classroom Management Union County TEAMS Charter School - grades K-12
"Very informative workshop! Wonderful hand-outs to support implementation of new ideas."
"Fantastic presentation! Finally a great resource for my classes. Will be using it right away!"
"The presenter did a great job. She learned the names of the participants quickly and made the material relevant."
Reading and Writing in the Science Classroom Matawan/Aberdeen - grades 6-12
"The session was very informative providing breakdowns of what the standards are and ideas to use when teaching the clusters."
"Andrea really helped clarify the new Common Core State Standards for math. She provided many new ideas for math games."
"Andrea presented information in a concise, efficient manner. She had lots of practical ideas for implementation. She answered all of our questions and gave us a deeper understanding of the Common Core Standards."
Common Core State Standards: Kindergarten Math Rahway, NJ
"I thought the examples and literature connections were very helpful!"
Common Core State Standards: First Grade Math Rahway, NJ
"Very excited to take the games and literature to link to lessons especially my math center groups! Very informative. I also enjoyed learning the books and writing aspects of math. Took a lot of notes, because your examples were great!"
"Great fast moving morning with lots of ideas and affirmation of what we already do! Thanks!"
"This was a wonderful workshop that provided me with many effective math activities/games. I look forward to implementing these activities in my classroom."
Common Core State Standards: Second Grade Math Rahway, NJ
"Great workshop. Especially, going over resume review, portfolio development, cover letters, math review, and some of the effective communication strategies and interview skills."
"The entire series was useful, because every interview presents the same anxieties and this helped me to be better prepared, but I have appreciated that this was more than a student-teacher environment. I feel like you took a personal interest in our growth and success."
"It was helpful going over the math, but I was extremely thankful for building my resume,cover letter, and references, and the time Andrea took for all of us. I feel my professionalism skills and my confidence have increased. Andrea was an excellent teacher who truly cared about what our goals were. I learned a lot and actually have a plan now."
Health Career Pathways: Prepare for Success! Brookdale Community College/Meridian
"The speaker was prepared and connected well with participants. She did a great job of remembering names and really tried to teach to the needs of the participants."
"Excellent presentation - well prepared and professional."
"Great handouts and ideas I can use to help my students expand their writing."
"You are such a dynamic presenter. When I found out there was a Part 2 to this workshop I couldn't wait to sign up. Thank you!"
Adult Motivation and Literacy:Part 2 - Writing NJ Department of Corrections
"Ms. Harbison sincerely dealt with all questions, comments, and responses. She is serious about collecting effective and realistic ways for teachers to help students make cognitive connections."
"Really appreciated her efforts to present materials that could be used in a correctional setting classroom."
"Thanks for adapting your presentation to correctional education!"
"A very well prepared presenter! 1st hand experience with inmates is going to make her really great!!"
Literacy Best Practices for Science, Social Studies, and Math NJ Department of Corrections - Feb 2013
"Extremely informative, and I enjoyed the interaction with co-workers."
"Interactive training is more effective than note-taking and listening!"
"This was a job changing experience for me - a positive one!"
Effective Communication, Management, and Supervision Kearny Federal Savings - Feb 2013
"I like how the standards were practically applied to the classroom."
"Very insightful - gave me many ideas I will be using in my classroom."
"Presenter was able to explain and give effective explanations."
"Very informative. Much of this I was working with already without realizing."
Aligning Instruction with Common Core State Standards for Science Union Public Schools (6-12) - Feb 2013
