Media Gallery - North of Edmonton Reviews
“I thought it was a great bonding experience for both staff and students. The parents were especially appreciative of the experience.”
- Angela Beal, Teacher, Florence MacDougall School, High Level, 2007/08
“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 Sorenson, Teacher, Springfield School, Peace River, 2005/06
“A terrific job Trickster team! We enjoyed your time with us!! Very many positive comments from parents and students. We all loved it!!
- Michelle Werbiski, Teacher, Beaverlodge Elem., Beaverlodge, 2005/06
“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 Mischuk, Teacher, St. Theresa School, Wabasca, 2005/06
"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 Colvey, Teacher, R.A. Reynolds School, Cold Lake, 2005/06
“ A great program to enhance our students’ learning. Students were enthusiastic the entire week, Parents and community members were excited about the production.”
- R. Blanchette-Dube’, Principal, ,Jasper Elementary, Jasper, 2005/06
“ 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 Richards, Teacher, Queen Elizabeth Sch., Lloydminster, 2005/06
"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 Turpin, Principal, St. Thomas More Schoo lFairview, 2003/04
“Fantastic! Trickster was very energetic. They guided us through the program and were very positive. Excellent job.”
- Arlee Ann Squire-Heffern, Teacher, Rainbow Lake School, 2001/02
“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 Valstar, Residency Organizer, Florence McDougall Sch., High Level, 2001/02
"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 Helgeson, Family Liason Worker, E.E. Oliver Sch., Fairview, 2003/04
“I hope you come back next year!! It was a great learning experience for everybody!”
- Mr. Schweitze, Teacher, Spirit of the North School, High Level, 2001/02
"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 Katerynych, Principal,Ecole Dr. Brosseau, Cold Lake,1996/97
