"Fantastic program. Bravo!"

- Johanne A., Ecole St. Gerard, Calgary

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"It was a terrific experience. Students felt a sense of pride as they took ownership of creating their very own show."

- Madame M., Sam Livingstone School, Calgary

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"Every school should get the chance to experience Trickster Theatre."

- Marina G., Westboro School, Calgary

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"It was great to see my students come together to help create the piece. Many students excelled this week and felt a sense of accomplishment. They were all very proud of what they created."

- Tanya G., Westboro School, Calgary

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"A truly valuable experience."

- Averil K., Sundance School, Calgary

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"You have a wonderful team of professionals to work with. They’re so accommodating and flexible and a joy to be around. Hope to see you again next year!"

- Mrs. G., Teacher, St. Sylvester School, Calgary

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"Everyone was absolutely thrilled with the program - especially those of us who witnessed the process from beginning to end. I hope this program runs for a very long time as it is an amazing opportunity for the kids."

- Chelsea M., Teacher, St. Patrick’s School, Calgary

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"Thank you for coming to our school and transforming our lives for one whole week. The experience was unforgettable! You all have such amazing energy and positive attitudes. I enjoyed every minute of the week – the creative energy, the precision organization, the work ethic ad the way you accommodated our needs and wants. Teachers, parents and students are raving and I had the time of my life!"

- Christine O., Asst. Principal, Varsity Acres School, Calgary

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"Thank you! What a fabulous week! The school was so united and energized by the show. The teachers had a lot of fun too! We were all so proud of the end result.”

- Anne-Marie K., Teacher, St. Angela School, Calgary

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"It was great and really showcased the artistic and dramatic talent of the kids.”

- Dan G., Teacher, Mountview School, Calgary

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"Very well done. It brought the school together in a celebration of their talents and uniqueness. I would love to participate in this experience again. It is a very enriched atmosphere of learning."

- Annamaria S., Teacher, St, Cyril School, Calgary

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"I can’t begin to express how truly wonderful the experience was for student learning, skill development and school community building. It was fantastic!”

- Rosemary B., Teacher, Rosemont School, Calgary

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"It was amazing! A wonderful and exciting week with the students. Thank you!!"

- Christa B., Teacher, Pembrooke Meadows School, Calgary

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"It’s amazing what can happen in one week. This will be talked about for ages.”

- Cindy T., Teacher, Willow Park School, Calgary

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"Wow! I was very impressed by all the classes and it brought tears to my eyes to see them all succeed. I wish it could be a regular week every year!”

- Mmme. L., Teacher, St. Gerard School, Calgary

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"I just wanted to thank you for the wonderful week that Trickster spent at Ramsay. Both the students and the staff agree that it was a valuable, exciting and memorable experience. The organizational support received from your office was outstanding from beginning to end.”

- Bonnie P., Drama Teacher, Ramsay School, Calgary

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"It was great for the community. I've only heard good things about the show. We had a great time and we can't wait to do it again sometime soon."

- Mr. T., Teacher, Chiila Elementaryl, Tsuu T’ina Reserve

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"I was once again amazed at how everything comes together for the final show. The creativity of everyone involved shone through. Parents came to me "raving"about the show. This project will have a lasting effect on our school community.”

- Barbara R., Teacher, Beddington Heights School, Calgary

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"It brought my class together and had them self-monitoring each other. I noticed this same effect throughout the school. The kids absolutely LOVED the program!! It was so good for them. I cried when I saw what my students were able to put together.”

- Jenn H., Teacher, Norman Bethune School, Calgary

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"I’m sure that most students will call this the highlight of their elementary years. The show was the best I’ve ever seen.”

- Rosalie B., Principal, Rundle Elementary School, Calgary

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"I loved the atmosphere of play mixed with hard work, the child centred approach, the group story writing, the ability to begin and end a mammoth project in a week, the transformation of the gym into a theatre, the physicality, the opportunity for different students to shine, the problem solving amongst the kids, the chance to use professional lights and sound, and the community building within each class and throughout the school."

- Sheila B., Teacher, Monterey Part School, Calgary

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"This was a great week and I know that the children absolutely loved the presentation we created. (very proud moment for our class!!) I can’t believe how well the show came together.”

- Kevin H., Teacher, Mountainview School, Calgary

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"It was a great experience for our school. Everyone was in shock. They were not expecting the performance to be as professional as it was. Thank you!"

- Tara E., Teacher, Keeler Elementary, Calgary

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"It brought us together and there has been so much positive feedback from parents. It was wonderful, crazy, fun, chaotic, tiring, fun, interesting, different, fun, motivating, challenging and FUN! THANK YOU FOR THE EXPERIENCE.”

- Christine L., Teacher, St. Domenic School, Calgary

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"I am hoping that "Action Learning" becomes a normal part of our teaching. Merci Beaucoup! You guys were awesome.”

- Peggy N., Principal, Ecole Andrew Davidson

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"Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! - for an outstanding week. It has been so much fun and excitement for all of us. You have a true art of bringing a theme together, working with staff and students successfully and especially developing team work and co-operation. Your performance skills, your patience, your understanding and your time and energy have made the difference. We’re in awe about how a show blossoms as the week progresses. We feel honoured to have had the opportunity to work alongside Trickster Theatre."

- Annette S., Principal, Maple Ridge School, Calgary

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"Our amazing Trickster experience will benefit our students and staff for the rest of the school year and beyond. It was an overwhelming success, a great learning experience, and exceeded our expectations and objectives.”

- Sue A., Parent Coordinator, Chinook Park School, Calgary

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"The Trickster group of actors that came to our school were phenomenal. They were highly skilled in their work as actors and demonstrated these skills during interactions with the students. We were extremely impressed with their level of professionalism and organizational skills. We would highly recommend Trickster Theatre Company to any school interested in having an Artist in Residency Program.”

- Debbie H., A.P., Colonel J. Fred Scott School, Calgary

“Awesome experience for all involved! The students definitely responded to learning through movement. I hope we can do it again!”

- Nadine E., Teacher, St. Domenic School, Edmonton

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“ I was skeptical at first of the type of performance that could be created in 5 days and was truly amazed with the final result! The show was incredible. The experience was great for the kids self esteem.”

- Jennifer Z., Teacher, Mundare School, Mundare

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“It was a lot of fun and everything was so well done! It made me realize that I can do something like this in my class in one week.”

- Naomi dlC., Teacher, Our Lady of the Prairies, Edmonton

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“Tremendous! I’d recommend all schools take this great opportunity of learning and growing together. It brought staff, students, parents and volunteers together as a team. It is amazing to see it all come together in one week.”

- Laura L., Teacher, Weinlos School, Edmonton

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“The show was fantastic, it flowed very well. I would recommend this program to any school.”

- C. F., Teacher, Ardrossan School, Ardrossan

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“The school really needed to show their sense of community and it definitely came through with the show. The parents loved it and enjoyed being part of the process. A great job Trickster!”

- Rose P., Teacher, Holy Family School, Edmonton

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“I saw students who are not normally in the limelight, shine. I saw students who are in trouble for chronically not completed work, behavior problem and inappropriate behavior become energetic, excited children who accomplished wonderful things. I have heard nothing but praise for the week’s activities.”

- Sheila W., Librarian, St. Martin de Porres Sch. Edmonton

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“It was a joyous celebration in every aspect. The students’ first question the next Monday was ‘when can we have Trickster back again?’”

- H. L., Teacher, Grovenor School, Edmonton

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“This high energy week was enjoyed by all students, and staff found it to be very rewarding experience as well. Staff found the process of Action Learning to be effective and most teachers felt that they would incorporate the process in their teaching practice. We all felt that the residency was a great team building experience and contributed positively to enhance our school climate.”

- Elaine M., Residency Organizer, Grace Martin School, Edmonton

"The residency was a great experience for St. Bernadette School and the whole community. Students and staff learned many new techniques. It was a tremendously positive experience”.

- Carol B., Principal, St. Bernadette School, Edmonton

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“ Awesome! The residency had a powerful impact on a small school like ours, an opportunity that we would not have been able to offer on our own. The show was a huge success and the great ideas are still the topic of conversation with everyone. The children keep asking if you’ll be back next year!!

- Debbie R., Principal,St. Elizabeth School, Edmonton

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“100% of the parents who responded to our questionnaire considered the residency a positive experience using descriptions such as “extremely impressed” and “wonderful educational opportunity”. The exceptional members of Trickster made it a success. Their enthusiasm and ability to make it appear effortless made this residency surpass all my expectations.”

- Denise C., Organizer, St. Theresa, Sherwood Park

“I thought it was a great bonding experience for both staff and students. The parents were especially appreciative of the experience.”

- Angela B., Teacher, Florence MacDougall School, High Level

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“Bravo to Trickster for being so organized! The process was great. The help was there right from the beginning- with writing the grant to loading the last prop in the trailer. We were sad to see the group go.”

- Anne S., Teacher, Springfield School, Peace River

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“A terrific job Trickster team! We enjoyed your time with us!! Very many positive comments from parents and students. We all loved it!!

- Michelle W., Teacher, Beaverlodge Elem., Beaverlodge

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“At the end of the week after our performance, the children were very proud of themselves and the rest of the school. The sense of accomplishment was immense.”

- Cindy M., Teacher, St. Theresa School, Wabasca

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"It was an unbelievable experience! The parents were so "into" the entire process. They ahasd bery positive comments. We should have this EVERY year."

- Linda C., Teacher, R.A. Reynolds School, Cold Lake

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“ A great program to enhance our students’ learning. Students were enthusiastic the entire week, Parents and community members were excited about the production.”

- R. B.D., Principal, ,Jasper Elementary, Jasper

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“ In 25 years of teaching I have never experienced such a unique approach to Arts Education. Many of our parents commented on how amazing the show was. As teachers, we found it incredible that such a high caliber performance could be created with just 5 days work!”

- Jeanette R., Teacher, Queen Elizabeth Sch., Lloydminster

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"WOW! It was truly magical! The team are being given a great deal of credit for giving our school community the opportunity to show our town how we as a school, support each other, communicate with each other and care about each other. What else could a school administrator want? Our staff and students are still talking about the spirited show that we performed at the end of the week. People commented after the performance that we appeared to be having a wonderful family celebration. That is so inspiring considering the participation of 315 students from Kindergarten to Graded 12, 20 staff members and 40 volunteers were involved in making the performance come alive. We look forward to having this opportunity again."

- Betty T., Principal, St. Thomas More School Fairview

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“Fantastic! Trickster was very energetic. They guided us through the program and were very positive. Excellent job.”

- Arlee A.S.H., Teacher, Rainbow Lake School

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“This is the second time we have had Trickster at our school. Once again the experience was a tremendous success. As wonderful as Trickster was in 1998, they were even more impressive in 2002. The biggest improvement was in the planning prior to coming to this northern community. Binders for the school coordinator and the parent coordinator thoroughly outlined the responsibilities and expectations attached to those positions. Each teacher was provided with a folio that outlined every step of the production, a daily plan, a timetable and the physical vocabulary to ready the students and teachers for an efficient transition into the production. The team planning with the thought circles gave the staff the opportunity to link their sub-themes to our overall theme “Under the Sea”. The video clearly demonstrated how physical vocabulary can involve the students in acting through a subject concept in a very concrete manner. This is an excellent learning method for students and incorporates all learning styles. Teachers now use this method to teach a variety of concepts.”

- Annette V., Residency Organizer, Florence McDougall Sch., High Level

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"I was actively involved with the program at St. Thomas More an E.E. Oliver Schools in Fairview. It was truly a a wonderful experience involving the entire school and community. Both schools' spirit was built up immensely. The shows were outstanding. I was so proud of the students. The Trickster team’s ability to work with everyone in the schools was outstanding. Their enthusiasm, energy, and compassion was incredible. Thank you for this experience. I hope we can work together again!!! "

- Diana H., Family Liason Worker, E.E. Oliver Sch., Fairview

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“I hope you come back next year!! It was a great learning experience for everybody!”

- Mr. S., Teacher, Spirit of the North School, High Level

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"The program met or exceeded all of our expectations. Each class gave a performance based on the theme of social justice. The result was an exhilarating production, which will be a highlight of our school year.”

- Don K., Principal,Ecole Dr. Brosseau, Cold Lake

"Fantastic experience for both students and staff."

- Laurie B., Terrace Ridge School, Lacombe

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"I like the WHOLE SCHOOL involvement! Trickster's energy, patience, and infectious passion was awesome."

- Neil I., Terrace Ridge School, Lacombe

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""My students loved every minute."

- Mrs. O., Terrace Ridge School, Lacombe

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"i had never head of Trickster before. They were great and gave me cool teaching ideas to use in the classroom."

- Erin T, Terrace Ridge School, Lacombe

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"We all had lots of fun learning and acting. I'm amazed with all the creativity the students can come up with for a simple object such as a toilet plunger! Thank you for this exciting week."

- Helene C.H., Terrace Ridge School, Lacombe

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"I was amazed at how each performance tied into the theme, it was awesome!”

- Stephen H., Teacher, J.C. Charnyk School, Hanna

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"This was the best one ever! The whole community had a terrific time!

- Linda W., Teacher, Gus Wetter School, Castor

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"Students who are usually comfortable in not participating in group activities actually were involved. Awesome Job!! Give yourselves a pat on the back!! Hope to see you next year.”

- Mrs. S. Chief, Teacher, Crowfoot School, Siksika

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"It was an amazing week. Your team was a great addition to our staff and every parent who has talked with me has raved about the project."

- Len K., Principal, Christ–King School, Stettler

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"This was a great way to bring our community together to celebrate learning. Your team did an excellent job o keeping, parents, teachers and students involved and pumped up about the activity.”

- David W., Principal, Mother Theresa Halkirk Sch., Halkirk

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"It far exceeded my expectations – which were high to begin with. Thanks so much!

- Ms. S., Teacher, Altario School, Altario

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"This is the second time that we have invited Trickster to our school. I think it is great for the students to work with the Tricksters. They view them as celebrities and are excited to be performing with them. I was in tears with laughter at the show."

- Mary P., Teacher, Beiseker School, Beiseker

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"It was a very positive experience for my class! Many times parents commented on how much the children enjoyed the week and how pleased they were with the children’s growth in confidence, public speaking and acting/performance abilities. The children are hooked on drama activities now. I can see the carry over into more expressive daily reading and reader’s theatre activities.”

- P. P., Teacher, Joseph Welsh School, Red Deer

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"It was great. Kids loved it, staff and parents loved it. It was great fun! We liked how the kids' ideas were incorporated into the plays."

- Edie V.M., Teacher, Normandeau School, Red Deer

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"I have been a teacher for 6-7 years now, and I feel this week with Trickster has been one of the most exciting highlights. I loved the atmosphere at the school all week. I would love the opportunity to work with Trickster again."

- Anne M., Teacher, Morrin School, Morrin

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"The entire week was a huge success enjoyed by students, staff, parents, and members of the community. The week’s work culminated with two incredible performances and provided our students with a superb learning experience."

- Patrick M., Principal, Holy Family School, Red Deer

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"Wow – wonderful! Students, staff, parents and community had only positive comments about the show and the process. I would love to do again!"

- Anne F., Teacher, Benalto School, Benalto

"I loved it! I was so impressed with the academic learning that came out of each class and the way that learning became part of the show.”

- Eileen F., Teacher, St. Elizabeth Seton School, Red Deer

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"The community is still talking about the performance, Towards 2000, as are the students and staff. All Agree that it was nothing less than amazing."

- Dot N., Principal, Deer Meadow, Olds

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"The density of experience over the five day workshop made a profound impact on the entire drama program. We created an extremely successful play entitled "Wolf Journey ”that drew standing ovations and cheers. The Canadian Rockies Wolf Project has asked us to consider touring the show because of it’s educational content and it’s powerful impact."

- Steve C., Drama Teacher, Canmore High, Canmore

“ A super experience for thetotal school community.”

- Bill R., Principal, Isabelle Sellon School, Blairmore

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“ I had a blast and reallyenjoyed the whole process. It was such a wonderful team building experience. Iwould be very excited and supportive of doing it again.”

- Jaqui G., Teacher, Nicholas Sheran School, Lethbridge

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“It was the best week ofschool I’ve had since grade 1!”

- Maureen C., Teacher, Granum School, Granum

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"It was soooooo much fun! The Students were thrilled ... and our community!! I cannot stop at the post office without being attacked buy awestruck parents and friends."

- Leslie B., Teacher, A.B. Daley School, Nanton

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“I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would love to dothis again! I think the techniques and the experience were very valuable,particularly for those children often “difficult to reach” through “traditionalmethods.”

- Lori F., Teacher, Mike Mountain HorseSchool, Lethbridge

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“I would do it again, I loved it and my students did too! Great job!”

- Suzie C., Teacher, Agnes Davidson School, Lethbridge

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“Ourstaff felt that it was one of the bestweeks we have ever spent at our school. The sense of community in our schoolwas outstanding. Teachers went away with great ideas on how to use the ActionLearning approach in their classes. Parents are still talking about howprofessionally done the performances were.”

- Aza S., Principal, Irvine School, Irvine

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“Wewould highly recommend this program for any school as we believe it was avaluable experience for the students and teachers. As spectators we were in aweat the final production. The creative energy that was captured was incredible!

- Shar L., School Council, Horace Allen Sch, Crowsnest Pass

“I thought it was a great bonding experience for bothstaff and students. The parents were especially appreciative of the experience.”

- Angela B., Teacher, Florence MacDougall School, High Level

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“Bravo to Trickster for being so organized! The processwas great. The help was there right from the beginning- with writing the grantto loading the last prop in the trailer. We were sad to see the group go.”

- Anne S., Teacher, Springfield School, Peace River

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“A terrific job Trickster team! We enjoyed your time withus!! Very many positive comments from parents and students. We all loved it!!

- Michelle W., Teacher, Beaverlodge Elem., Beaverlodge

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“At the end of the week after our performance, thechildren were very proud of themselves and the rest of the school. The sense ofaccomplishment was immense.”

- Cindy M., Teacher, St. Theresa School, Wabasca

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“ A great program to enhance our students’ learning.Students were enthusiastic the entire week, Parents and community members wereexcited about the production.”

- R. B-D., Principal ,Jasper Elementary School, Jasper

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“ In 25 years of teaching I have never experienced such aunique approach to Arts Education. Many of our parents commented on how amazingthe show was. As teachers, we found it incredible that such a high caliberperformance could be created with just 5 days work!”

- Jeanette R., Teacher, Queen Elizabeth Sch., Lloydminster

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"WOW! It was truly magical! The team are being givena great deal of credit for giving our school community the opportunity to showour town how we as a school, support each other, communicate with each otherand care about each other. What else could a school administrator want? Ourstaff and students are still talking about the spirited show that we performedat the end of the week. People commented after the performance that we appearedto be having a wonderful family celebration. That is so inspiring consideringthe participation of 315 students from Kindergarten to Graded 12, 20 staffmembers and 40 volunteers were involved in making the performance come alive.We look forward to having this opportunity again."

- Betty T., Principal, St. Thomas More School Fairview

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“Fantastic! Trickster was very energetic. They guided usthrough the program and were very positive. Excellent job.”

- Arlee A.S.H., Teacher, Rainbow LakeSchool

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“This is the second time we have had Trickster at ourschool. Once again the experience was a tremendous success. As wonderful asTrickster was in 1998, they were even more impressive in 2002. The biggestimprovement was in the planning prior to coming to this northern community.Binders for the school coordinator and the parent coordinator thoroughlyoutlined the responsibilities and expectations attached to those positions.Each teacher was provided with a folio that outlined every step of the production,a daily plan, a timetable and the physical vocabulary to ready the students andteachers for an efficient transitioninto the production. The team planning with the thought circles gave the staffthe opportunity to link their sub-themes to our overall theme “Under the Sea”.The video clearly demonstrated how physical vocabulary can involve the studentsin acting through a subject concept in a very concrete manner. This is anexcellent learning method for students and incorporates all learning styles. Teachersnow use this method to teach a variety of concepts.”

- Annette V., Residency Organizer, Florence McDougall School, High Level

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"I was actively involved with the program at St.Thomas More an E.E. Oliver Schools in Fairview.It was truly a a wonderful experience involving the entire school andcommunity. Both schools' spirit was built up immensely. The shows wereoutstanding. I was so proud of the students. The Trickster team’s ability towork with everyone in the schools was outstanding. Their enthusiasm, energy,and compassion was incredible. Thank you for this experience. I hope we canwork together again!!! "

- Diana H., Family School Liason Worker, E.E. Oliver School, Fairview

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“I hope you come back next year!! It was a great learningexperience for everybody!”

- Mr. S., Teacher, Spirit of the North School, High Level

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Theprogram met or exceeded all of our expectations. Each class gave a performancebased on the theme of social justice. The result was an exhilaratingproduction, which will be a highlight of our school year.”

- Don K., Principal, Ecole Dr. Bernard Brosseau, Cold Lake