"I would like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to you for the many things I have learned from you this year. As a veteran teacher of thirty years, I can honestly say that I find your teaching as refreshing and informative for me as it is for the students. I now have a new outlook on science instruction and incorporating it into my area of specialization, Reading/Language Arts.
Thank you for introducing me to the creative use of technology in the classroom, and helping me to recognize the science around me. It has influenced the way I interact with my students. Each presentation, and even casual conversation with you, is a learning experience. Thank you for the freedom to ask questions and not feel intimidated. This has been a great year of learning and teaching for me. I know that there is much greatness in your future."
Marilyn Monroe-Thompson, M.Ed.
"Alex is an exciting teacher who creates hands-on, student-centered experiences for his students on a daily basis. I observed his class quite often because I was drawn to the exemplary teaching and learning that was routine in his class. To date, I have not observed a teacher who is more skilled in the use of technology as a part of classroom instruction."
Julie Hill, M.Ed., J.D.
"Alex has been a tremendous help this semester. He has taken extra duties and assignments in making sure he has different experiences in preparation for school administration."
Siomara Saenz-Phillips, M.Ed.
"Mr. Jones did an excellent work! I liked all the strategies and teaching tips he shared with us!"
Houston ISD ACP Intern Cycle 30
"Excellent Instructor, great pace, very organized, knowledgeable and incorporated all learning styles. Awesome! Very Beneficial!!!
Houston ISD ACP Intern Cycle 30
"All schools should take this course. Brilliant!" (Science Through the Lens of a Camera...Using Digital Media to Enhance Science Vocabulary for English Language Learners)
Houston ISD 1st Year Teacher
"Great job! Broke down information in a very simple way. Gave out clear and concise strategies/ideas that I can implement in a real class."
Houston ISD 1st Year Teacher
"Alex is the best trainer I have had. He is a very valuable asset."
Houston ISD 1st Year Teacher
"I wanted to let you know that I enjoyed your presentation at the Science conference. I know the pictures and other things are going to be very beneficial to me and all of my students. I'm excited about using them in class." (Region IV 2nd Annual Science Conference)
Dianne Klien ISD
"I really liked what you had to say and can't wait to try using photos as warm-ups to improve vocabulary." (Region 4 2nd Annual Science Conference)
Shirley Aldine ISD
"I really enjoyed working with you on this project. Your technology skills and ideas where above and beyond what I was even thinking of. Good job!"
Dr. Mary Widmier
Retired Asst. Superintendent of Human Resources
Educational Consultant
"Mr. Jones, I just read your article . I love it! It is just a sample of your many talents. Keep writing. You are already famous as far as I am concerned in the eyes of every one of your students and in mine."
Armandina Medellin