“Not only was the play a great way to show the kids how to cope with bullying behavior, it was also a great chance to see theater. In our town there aren’t a lot of opportunities to do that. That’s what makes the experience so impacting on their behavior. Thanks for creating this opportunity for our children.”
-Nancy Palmer, First Grade Teacher, Lincoln Elementary School, Brainerd, MN
 
"I am always impressed with how professional the actors are and how engaged my students are during the performances. The material is very age-appropriate and it provides the students with...strategies for social situations."
-Tara Otto, First Grade Teacher, Oakdale Elementary, Oakdale, MN

"I must admit that I had extremely high expectations...and I am being completely candid when I say that the product, and most importantly CLIMB's talented team of people, met and exceeded my expectations. I can't wait to continue this collaboration during the 2007/2008 school year."
-Eric Anderson, Diversity Curriculum/Leadership Counselor, Stillwater Area Public Schools, Stillwater, MN
 
“CLIMB Theatre was at our school again this year and as usual they did a fantastic job.  This year’s program about bullying and how to handle it was a great topic.  The actors really geared the play to our K-2 audience to make it meaningful and entertaining.  We saw children put the suggestions into action right away in how they were dealing with others.  Keep up the great work!"
-Carla Hammermann, Second Grade Teacher, Carollton School, Oak Creek, WI
 
“CLIMB helped me think of solutions that I can give students when they come to me with a story about someone being mean to them. The CLIMB presentation was energetic and entertaining. It sent a strong and important message to students.”
-Tanya Gilberts, Kindergarten Teacher, Independence Elementary, Big Lake, MN
 
“Our teachers and students are always excited and enthusiastic when they hear that CLIMB Theatre is performing for our school. Your clear messages are welcomed by students and staff.  We believe your performances have a strong impact on our students' views of the world and how they relate to it.”
-Susan Springmire, Principal, Dayton’s Bluff Elementary, St Paul MN
 
“The actor/educators did an excellent job presenting important and useful information to the students. I was most impressed by the energy and commitment they used in their presentation. It is not easy to reach children this age, but they were highly effective.”
-Monica Blatchley, Teacher, Lisle Jr. High, Lisle, IL
 
“Please continue to produce these worthwhile performances for children.  Theatre is such a wonderful mode to bring in our schools to discuss important school issues. We appreciate all your hard work.”
-Jeanne Barnard, Kindergarten Teache,- Sawyer School, Sturgeon Bay, WI
 
“Over the years, I have been continually impressed with the productions of CLIMB Theatre.  It is a valuable and important part of the students’ school experience.  I believe that having this organization work with our students is worth every penny spent.  The returns of such expenditures are far reaching and long lasting.”
-Sarah Currier, Sixth Grade Teacher, Hidden Oaks Middle School, Prior Lake, MN
 
“We have worked cooperatively with CLIMB Theatre for the past five years… Our students have learned effective strategies such as the Assertive Steps, how to remain calm when in conflict, differentiating harassment from normal adolescent behavior and how to stand up for those being bullied.  Our students and teachers have appreciated CLIMB’s ability to relate to these important concepts in ways teens can understand and apply…CLIMB Theatre is a professional, bold, cutting-edge theatre company that has demonstrated to us their commitment to helping today’s teens deal with today’s issues!  We will continue to partner with them in caring for our children!”
-Dean Jennissen, Principal, Annandale Middle School, Annandale, MN
 
“I have seen the CLIMB Theater perform in South St. Paul and at two different schools in District #833.  I have never been disappointed.  The actors have the talent of combining humor and action with their important messages.  The children are engaged in the performances. Students love to interact with the actors, and that is done in a very respectful manner. …The students are asking when CLIMB is returning to our school. That says a lot about the quality of the program you are providing for us.”
 -Mary Virgin, Third Grade Teacher, Cottage Grove Elementary, Cottage Grove, MN
 
“The advantage of a group like CLIMB Theatre is that they are new, different, and young.  Students really listen to them in a way they would not listen to me if I did the same presentation. The CLIMB Theatre workshops were engaging, energetic, thoughtful, relevant and meaningful.”
-Pamela Ledermann, Science Teacher, Maplewood Middle School, Maplewood, MN
 
“I just wanted to take an opportunity to share my support for the CLIMB Theatre Productions. I am always so impressed at how much material can be effectively executed in a play production. I am equally impressed with the CLIMB Theatre classroom presentations. The students love to be actively involved with the representatives. I also appreciate the classroom management skills that the crew exhibits.  Thank you for years of quality programming.”
-Mrs. Morris, Third/Fourth Grade Teacher, Lakeside Elementary, Silver Lake, MN
 
“The actors were extremely professional regarding communication, setup, and clean up.  Their performances were phenomenal.  They have a gift for entertaining and teaching at the same time. This is vital in holding our young learners' attention.  I am very impressed, and I feel that the impact created is positive and supportive of our efforts.”
-Melissa Reiger, Counseling Grant Coordinator, Oshkosh Area School District, Oshkosh, WI
 
“The only word that I can ever think of after CLIMB is spectacular.  Your actors can get the shy, sit back kid up on his/her feet and involved like no other.  It is amazing how the message comes across and is remembered…The creative excitement, involvement of kids, the power message, and the creative teaching is awesome.  More people should know about your talents and use them.”
-Terri Petry, Fourth Grade Teacher, Longfellow School, Minot, ND
 
“I have taught sixth grade at Mahnomen Elementary School for 20 years, and I can count on one hand the number of times I have had a program of the quality of CLIMB in my classroom.  I feel that lives were changed today.”
-Julie Sanders, Teacher, Mahnomen Elementary, Mahnomen, MN
 
"Through the role-playing activities facilitated by CLIMB actors, the teens were able to see and practice first hand how their own thoughts and actions affect others in the community.  Thank you to CLIMB for an eye-opening educational experience."
-Tracy Mitchell, Principal, Project Change High School, Waukesha, WI
 
“If I didn’t know better, I would think CLIMB had come and observed my class and based the performance on these 26 kids! Perfect!”
-Kelly Whiteside, Principal, Andersen Elementary, Bayport, MN
 
"CLIMB Theatre has helped me as a teacher understand that is just as important to teach these life skills as it is to teach the core curriculum. I truly believe that CLIMB Theater is an important organization for teaching children vital social and life skills."
-Bethany Steffl, Kindergarten Teacher, St. Raphael School, Springfield, MN
 
“The program was both entertaining and educational to all…I have seen a decline in the amount of bullying that goes on in our school, and I believe part of that is due to the wonderful programs that the CLIMB Theatre puts on.  I have worked in the district for the past four years and have enjoyed every one of the CLIMB Theatre programs.  Thank you.”
-Donna Wente, Teacher, Five Hawks Elementary, Prior Lake, MN
 
“I am a Special Education Teacher who works with students with neurological/biological concerns (4th, 5th, and 6th grade). They have challenges in their social perspective. CLIMB Theatre productions always keep their attention and make sense to the students. The class discussion after the production is always lively and shows strong support to the effectiveness of CLIMB Theatre’s purpose!  The references to the theme by the students of the performances can be counted on for a few days each production!  (It is unusual for the students, especially as a class, to be able to retain social learning as quickly as they appear to be able to after a CLIMB Theatre production.)  This year, one of the students, for the first time, chose to approach two of the actors after the presentation and thank them. His heartfelt expression of thanks is an affirmation of their effectiveness!  Thank you for this program!!”
-Carmen Lewis, Special Education Teacher, District #833, Red Rock Elementary, Woodbury, MN
 
"I am delighted to hear students using the words and methods modeled in these plays as they interact daily."
-Joan McDonald, Principal, Bluff Creek Elementary, Chanhassen, MN