'Many thanks for everything Bruce. Your presentation was great - very well received by everyone.'
        Director One day Seminar Otago Principals.

'Thank you for 'putting the fun back into teaching'. You are a provocative speaker who makes people think about education'.
        Combined Schools TOD NP

'You certainly made us think! It's always good for us to be challenged out of our complacency'.
        Nth Island AP/DP Course NP

Teacher Only Days/ School Development

'Bruce Hammonds presented at our annual 2000 East Asian Regional Council of Overseas Schools Administrators Conference in Bali Indonesia. Our delegates gave a 'thumbs up' approval of his keynote and follow up workshops. They reported he was provocative, humorous, and provided hands on examples which were easily carried back into the schools and classrooms. Because of his popularity he has been asked to present at out teachers conference in Bangkok March 2001.'
        Dr Dick Krajczar Executive Director EARCOS

'Our sincere thanks for your 'New Minds for a New Millennium Motivational talk… the material was of great professional value and the light-hearted and entertaining manner in which you presented it was exactly the style we wanted'.
        Sec. Matamata Principals Assoc

'The quality of professional expertise you brought to our team was truly valued…I appreciated your professional and personal support, your 'teamship' and uncompromising professional sharing.'
        Director NZ Literacy Seminar California.

'Bringing speakers like Bruce Hammonds to the conference validates the international element of EACOS. Outstanding and inspirational.'
        From EARCOS (East Asian Regional Council for Overseas Schools - 99 Principals Conference Bali). Newsletter Winter 99/00

'Like Fullan and Hargreaves you showed us 'what is worth fighting for'.
        Director Taranaki Principals Conf 99

'Course evaluations were superb and indicate course members had a rewarding and enjoyable fun day where you challenged them and moved them 'outside of the square' - well done!
        Director Teachers Centre Central Otago

'A lot of your thinking , published in various forms over a number of years, is right up to the mark- excellent stuff All schools should be using it'.
        Howick Principal

 All the staff and BOT enjoyed Bruce's presentation, wit and knowledge. Bruce has a deep understanding of curriculum, assessment, strategic planning and school review. He presents many ideas but is flexible enough to adjust to what we want.'
        Principal Following BOT /Staff Vision day.

'Your work in the school was the catalyst to take us forward in our desire to become more focussed in our approach to providing a quality learning environment. Since you have left we have continued to refine and develop your ideas concerning school vision… quality learning and focussed teaching.'
        Gisborne Principal.

'..we appreciated Bruce's expertise, candour, and sense of humour. He encouraged a team approach from the BOT and staff as they worked towards establishing our school's Vision for future education. Bruce is a visionary. He has boundless energy and enthusiasm. His vital interest in all things educational is contagious.'
        Wanganui Principal

'Over the years Bruce has presented very successful workshops for my large staff in quality learning. He has the ability to model interactive teaching and learning and make it fun for a busy classroom teacher.
        Principal Hamilton School

'Bruce is able to combine the successful learning strategies of the past with a vision for the 21stC. He is an innovator with flair with depth in curriculum knowledge.'
        Hamilton Principal.

From Bruce's time as a principal

'The BOT would like to thank you for your very fine professional leadership during the year. Your enthusiasm and untiring spirit has been a motivation for the teachers and also for us. We are proud you are receiving national recognition for your educational views.'
        Sec BOT

From a visiting teacher to 'Bruce's School'

'I have heard of people being converted overnight…I never thought that it would happen to me!.. I am sure I spend all of the day with my jaw hanging but I saw what real teaching strategies can do for children and their learning, and what young folk can achieve with patience and higher expectations from teachers.'
        Hamilton teacher

Comments from course members.

'Enjoyed meting you in Bali. Your enthusiasm for teaching is obvious. Your NZ friends vouch for your expertise, dedication and 'insanity''.
        Teacher at Korean Workshop.

'Thank you Bruce you touched the spirit and future of teaching'.
        Teacher Bali Int School

'That's what a good course should be'
        Gisborne course member.

'I really enjoyed the course- I can't tell you how much quality information I gained… I can't stop talking about the course1 Excellent! Your enthusiasm is awesome!'
        Course Member Rotorua

'Thanks for a great day and some wonderful inspiration'
        Course Member Whakatane

Comments from Bruce's pupils when he a teacher

'Mr Hammonds gives me courage. Mr Hammonds makes mistakes and so do I.'
        Len K age 10

'I think that room nine is a neat place to learn'
        Charlotte age 10

'Room nine is very comfortable class'
        Robert age 9

'I reckon room nine is neat'
        Nicky age 9

'I like having visitors in the room. New people that I haven't seen before'.
        Sharon age 9

'I think room nine is the most special class I have ever been in. - not like other classes, it's much different - it has fun in it. I just love doing art so much that when I start I don't want to get off it. Mr Hammonds has been my best teacher in my whole school life.'
        Kathryn age 9

'I like the variety of work we've done. I hope to do some more next term.'
        Jan Age 10

'Thank you very much for being such a great teacher for me the last two years.'
        Jane Age 10

From one on Bruce students parents.