Testimonials

Student Testimonials: Ages 3rd-6th grade

* Gracias for teaching us Spanish Senora Jones. It has been really fun all year learning how to speak a different language! -Alex

*Thank you for teaching us this useful language that might be useful in the future. Thank you for taking your precious time to teach us this language. It has been a blessing to have been able to work with such a kind person! -Ashley

*Thank you for being our Espanol maestra! I love espanol! Now, its something I use at the house. Lorena

*Gracias Sra. Jones. You are the best espanol teacher ever! All of your games were fun, but I loved bingo the best. You are like a Spanish super hero. -Aiden

I had fun learning Spanish. I'll be able to learn it when I'm in 5th grade too. I can't wait to be in 5th grade and learn more Spanish because its fun. You're so awesome! -Dawson

*I enjoyed learning all the Spanish that I learned this year! This year was fun, but next year will be marvelous! See you next year! -Alexander

* I liked the way we played the Memory Game and I liked Spanish Bingo too. -Colten

*Gracias, Senora jones. The best word I learned was "pantalones cortos, " which is shorts (cut pants). The worst is...nothing! Even though I was tired everyday, I still loved espanol. See you in uno, dos, tres! -Cole

*Gracias for teaching us espanol. That is very kind of you. Enjoy your last time with this year. Adios! -Seth

*My favorite part was the music that helps us learn Spanish words! -Joseph

*Gracias for teaching us espanol. I always wanted to learn a different language. Two of my friends speak Spanish, and now I can talk a little to them. Thank you! -Eli

*I am very alegre to hablar Spanish, but for the last day of class, I know the idea to keep getting new Spanish words for the summer is cerrado! I still can't believe I'm escriban in espanol! To me, you are part of my familia, and almost like my madre! Adios, friend! -Megan

*Gracias for coming to our class to teach espanol! I was alegre estudiar espanol and escuachar espanol! -Jayden

Parent Testimonials

Thanks for being an exceptional teacher! The students love your Spanish program! (from PCCP Students and Parents)

*Dear Senora Jones,

I am Alison's mom. I was hoping to see you in person to say "Thank You!" Alison LOVES spanish class. She has learned so much and uses it so often at home (she sings her colors songs when she is coloring at home etc) that I am really hoping to meet the person that obviously approaches it with such energy and enthusiasm that it is contagious!

I hope to have the opportunity in the new year.

Happy Holidays.

Clint really loves Spanish! Something special he gets to do that his big brothers haven't done already! Thanks! Angle PCCP

"My son has had Senora Jones for 3 years now. From the very first class, Spanish has been his favorite and he looks forward to it every week. He thinks the world of Senora! I am always amazed and surprised when he uses a Spanish word or phrase or starts singing a song in Spanish. It makes me aware that he knows a lot more Spanish than I realize and it makes me smile! I think it is great to expose kids to a foreign language at such an early age. I hope it will encourage him to take more as he gets older. I have twins that will be in Pre K next year and I plan to enroll them as well". -Michelle Ross, Pendleton

"I have two children, ages 6 and 9, who both participate in Senora Jones’ Spanishgarten program. I have been extremely satisfied with the entire experience. My children enjoy and look forward to the class. My 6 year old says his favorite day of the week is when he has Spanish. He loves the songs and enjoys the worksheets too. I’m amazed at what my children retain and how they build on their Spanish knowledge class after class. I know I’m not only tapping into my children’s foreign langue capabilities at an earlier age, but they are learning knowledge imperative for the world we live in. I like the fact that Shawnda Jones holds a Bachelors Degree in Spanish and has experience in a school environment. Her definite love for teaching and to share Spanish comes through with what is taught and how it is presented. Shawnda Jones has a playful nature and makes learning another language fun. As there are so many activities vying for my children’s attention and focus, I feel that the Spanish program was money well spent and I would definitely recommend this program".

-Dawn Vetor, Pendleton

"Senora Jones has been teaching Spanish at Pendleton Christian Church Kindergarten since 2003. She is the most exciting part of my students' week! She has a heart for children and teaching Spanish. Her music and games make learning Spanish fun for every one of my students. She is a pleasure to work with. My students are learning Spanish and having a great time!"

-Niki Estes, Kindergarten teacher PCCP

"Kenzie loved Spanish class. She kept asking us if she could go everyday:)

Thank you," -Jama Brooke, PCCP

"Kaitlyn absolutely loved coming to Spanish class each Monday! It was fun to see what she had learned each week. What a great program! Thanks for being a great teacher! We hope you have a wonderful summer! Gracias!"

-Kaitlyn Wheatley and Family-Pendleton

It has been a pleasure to meet you and Angela really enjoyed your Spanish class! We are pleased to see her progress in learning. She can sing some songs in Spanish and count to 100 after only a few classes! -Jen (Angela's Mom) Carmel

Just to let you know, Ciera has loved Spanish this year. She counts in Spanish more than she does in English! --Susan Wilson, (Ciera's Mom) PCCP

The girls are really loving the class, I'm very happy we found you! Thanks for working with us to get this set up! On a different note - I really wanted to tell you how much I appreciate your class. The girls just love it. Sullivan has had some separation issues and is typically a bit reserved, it is so wonderful to see her secure and engaged.
Mom to Emerson, Monroe and Sullivan, Fishers

Just a note to tell you-- Nash LOVED the Spanish classes!! Blessings to you and your family! Kim Hensely (Nash's Mom) Monica's Little Treasures Daycare, Pendleton

The kids look forward to seeing you. I'm happy that you're able to take on some more classes. The word gets out about how good you are; and your schedule fills up quickly!

-Mrs. Fredericks, Pendleton Christian Church Kindergarten teacher

It was so nice to finally meet you in person yesterday. Ali and Kate really enjoyed the class and look forward to next week. I already signed us up for the next session. I'm so grateful everything worked out. Thanks for all you do! You do such an excellent job of teaching the kids with a variety of things to keep their attention span. I was really impressed. :) -Kristen Boice (Ali and Kate's Mom), Noblesville

The kids loved their Spanish class! They are looking forward to next Tuesday! Gracias!

-Mrs. Diedrich, Maple Ridge 5th/6th REACH.

Just to let you know, I took Gabe to the doctor for his 5 year old check-up, and the doctor asked him to count to 10 for him--and he did it in Spanish! -Jane Morrisson (Gabe's Mom) Indianapolis

I don't know what it's like to have Cooper in class, but I will say, he seems to enjoy his Spanish classes and talks a lot about you at home! -Coopers's Mom, Polly Panda

Elliott is loving the Spanish classes! I will definitely want to re- enroll him. -Elliot's Mom, TLC

Will is loving Spanish class and is very excited about attending another session!!!- Will's Mom, Friendly Flock

Emma is LOVING her Spanish lessons (her favorite word is "dientes"). :) -Emma's Mom, Polly Panda

I also want to say that Alex is LOVING your class. She comes home every Wednesday and shares new vocabulary with me. And the sheets you send home are very helpful, so I can help practice with her. Thank you for doing a great job.

Alan Witchey

Santiago will be in and looking foward to the next six weeks session. He is speaking spanish much better already.

Gracias,

Nathan M. Schutte

Luke loves Spanish class! We will definitely sign up for next session. -Anne Wiseman