Success Testimonials
There are many success stories with Reality Language® programs, too many to capture them all here! But we hope these give you a taste of how effective and innovative our program and structure work to empower individuals with connective language in their workplaces.
"I just wanted to take a minute to let you know how informative, interesting and motivational the 'Reality for Spanish' class was for me. When I joined, I didn't know a single word of Spanish and was nervous and apprehensive... I got hooked to the teaching style immediately... [and the instructor] kept me looking forward to the next class." - Pallavi Mukerjee, CHMM; Eagle County Government Class, Fall, 2009.
"Reality Spanish® has helped me better communicate with our Spanish speaking customers. It has been much easier to ask for proper documents in cashing checks and opening new accounts. I have even been able to write Thank You's in Spanish to our new customers who speak Spanish. - Jackie Hochstetler, Branch Service Administrator, People's Bank.
"I am still a bit nervous but I love how Spanish speaking people’s faces light up when I at least try to speak Spanish. That makes it worth it.” D.H. – Security Officer. Participant Health Care class,
Reflections from participants in Reality Spanish® for All - Emphasis Church Communities - Denver Community Church 2010:
"This multiple intelligence teaching approach has helped me learn more in a short time than 3 years of high school Spanish." - Josh Heckendorf, Participant RSA class Denver, CO 2010
"Great course that covers a range of different practical situations and varied vocabulary. A good way to begin learning Spanish in a compatible and informal environment" - Gemma Heckendorf , Participant RSA class Denver, CO 2010
Comments from participants of a Reality Spanish® for Teachers class held for the Community Schools of Frankfort, IN. - Fall 2009:
"I have a love for diversity and creativity, but was apprehensive about taking this course. At the end of the course, I can listen to a conversation between Spanish-speaking students and often know the meaning. A surprise has been how excited the Spanish-speaking students are for me to be learning their primary/home language. It is hard work, but a lot of fun!"-S.B.
"Using actions with the words was a helpful memory hook. The stories were a great way to put the words together to actually communicate ideas."-D.S.
"It was so helpful to learn the Spanish vocabulary that will be useful in my classroom. I was able to communicate with a student's non-English-speaking father. I have also shared vocab. with my whole class and it has helped our school's new Latin curriculum, which emphasizes the close relationship of the three languages."-B.L.
"I have used my new skills often in my classroom. I feel as though I have a way of communicating my expectations to my ELL students. I've even heard some of my non-Spanish-speaking students using some of the "new" words they heard from me."-R.E.
The empowerment of trainers - building Human Capital throughout: "Reality Language® reveals the boundless freedom we have to communicate not just words but the essence of who we are as people to one another. It capitalizes on the unique giftings each individual has to express themselves--to know and be known, not merely 'understood'." - Lindsay K. Lewis, Trainer, Mentor & Master Trainer, Winona Lake, IN, 2003-2009
Comments from participant of a Reality Spanish ® for Healthcare class held for the Children’s Hospital, Denver, Colorado. - Fall 2009:
"I loved that the course incorporated all the learning styles (visual, written, etc.) because it got everyone involved on some level, no matter your personal preference. Even the parts that were not so comfortable still helped in my learning.”
“I found it really helpful. It strengthened my confidence in my ability to communicate with Spanish speakers and increased my vocabulary immensely "
Manufacturing plants become more efficient: "After three classes, my supervisors were using Spanish with their line workers in their morning team huddles, and the Spanish speakers were asking for English classes!" - Director Human Resources, Home Crest Cabinets, Goshen, IN
Community College students react to relevant learning: "That was so much fun! You made it really easy to learn and very enjoyable. I liked it - all the acting, speaking with others, taking turns. VERY different way of learning - but it works!" - Student, Colorado Mountain College (CMC), Leadville, CO
See how this CMC instructor describes her experience as a Trainer: Click here for link to CMC site and her video.
Relevant training for Law Enforcement: "Thank you for making it a memorable training session - by far one of the more interesting sessions I have attended in my Law Enforcement and military careers." - Sgt. David Morales, Warsaw, IN
Giving healthcare professionals essential skills: "I introduced myself in Spanish. I asked how she was feeling. She gave me a big hug of appreciation. It was the first time any health care provider had greeted her in her own language. Reality Spanish® has allowed me to extend basic kindness to my Spanish-speaking patients, which I find essential to good nursing." - Janette Bowers, Nurse Practitioner, Cardio-Vascular Surgeons, Ft. Wayne, IN
Educators receive the 'missing piece' in professional development for ESL/ELL students. Click here to see what Clark County School District, Las Vegas, NV is doing and what participants say.
One trainer says: "Fear not! Reality Spanish® will help bridge the language gap in your field while making it fun and memorable." Carlos Morales, Clark County School District, Las Vegas, NV
How Reality Spanish® is different and engages the adult learner.
Why become involved?
One administrator's experience interjecting in a parent-teacher conference after just 6 classes.
A student's reactions to the kinesthetic classroom learning and CD-ROM at home.