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I have had the opportunity to observe first hand, the life of John Chevalier for over ten years. The constant focus of his efforts has been to reach out to people where they are, and using a variety of venues to help them move toward wholeness.
John Atherton – Founder – Bridges Community, Chattanooga, TN
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John Chevalier is a great teacher. Not only does John possess technical subject matter expertise, but he has a real desire to see his students excel. This is evident in his engaging approach to teaching. He treats people with respect, and as a result, is a trusted mentor and key community member. He is generous with his time, and his connections, and goes above and beyond to facilitate, lead and/or participate in the development of alliances that provide innovative solutions whether technical, educational, career, and/or business in nature. He is one of the most dedicated people I have ever met.
Cindy Butner, Marketing Director – The Press Democrat, Santa Rosa, CA
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I appreciate John’s enthusiasm and commitment to high quality, cutting edge Education for our students. He is a inspiration to me and to other teachers. John is an extremely dedicated and talented professional. He has taught programs in Digital Media and Automotive for us at the Sonoma County Office of Education. He is a natural teacher who challenges and motivates his students in a highly productive and caring environment. After working with John, I believe he can and will perform at the highest level in any project. He is that conscientious and talented. Here in lies his gift as a leader in Career Technical Educaiton and, specifically, in our Regional Occupational Program program.
Stephen Jackson, Director – Career Development/Workforce Preparation/ ROP
Sonoma County Office of Education
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John Chevalier embodies the key elements of a strong teacher – creativity, clarity, charisma, and exemplary communication skills. His true passion is not limited to digital arts, but to helping students find their inner voice and the tools to communicate that to the world. As a colleague, John motivates teachers, and his educational partners alike, to do what is right for students, despite the often-significant obstacles. We are most fortunate to have John’s leadership and creativity in our school community, forging new and innovative paths for student success.
Pamela Swan, Director – Healdsburg Education Foundation
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John is a highly
qualified and professional educator who does more than just teach kids. He is passionate about his students, his programs and his community. This is evidenced by the many jobs, responsibilities and activities he gets his hands on. Without a doubt, everything that John touches becomes a success. Check out his website and rest assured that great things will come out of any partnership with him.
John Curry, Superintendent – Weaver Union School District
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John is awesome! In fact, I have never met a teacher who cares more for his students and profession. He is an extraordinarily competent instructor and life coach — sharing an enthusiasm for learning that motivates students of all ages to excel to their personal best. His catalytic classroom approach sparks techniques that launch students to a higher level. Highly qualified, motivated, and dedicated to his passion of training leaders, he is an inspiration to all who meet and work with him. With his practical down to earth style, John incorporates academics with real life situations…empowering his students to transition from instruction to impact, a trait I greatly admire. John is ready for the excitement and opportunities of new partnerships and I highly recommend him!
Jo Ann Bursick, Professional Fundraiser, MPA / Board Member – Healdsburg Education Foundation
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John is an excellent instructor who is always willing to go above and beyond the call of duty for his students, his school, and his community. Among John’s greatest strengths are his ability to connect well with students, his keen understanding of his subject matter, his willingness to continue to seek out professional development opportunities to improve his knowledge and instructional practices, and his positive attitude. I can give John my highest recommendation without any reservations.
Dan Blake, Director, Innovation & Partnerships – Sonoma County Office of Education
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John Chevalier has altered the whole direction of his life because of his passion to help others. He has brought discipline alongside that passion to become effective in both leading people, and in helping others learn to do the same. John will not only educate both your people and your leaders, he will inspire them. John brings both teaching and inspiration to the task. Your people will benefit from his labor among you, no question about it.
John Strong – Santa Rosa, CA
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We have had the honor to work with John for the past 7 years at various conferences. He is an excellent leader and effective instructor who has a way of communicating his heart along with sharing his skill. John is honest, dependable and eager to humbly serve in any capacity needed. His sense of humor and lightheartedness make him a joy to work with.
Rich and Gail Severson – Guitar College, Coarsegold, CA http://www.guitarcollege.com/
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John has all the qualities you would want in a teammate. He is an excellent communicator and educator, dynamic and relevant. He is a skillful artist, creative and committed to the highest quality. He is a superb leader, genuine and inspirational. He brings with him a wealth of experience. I have been blessed to have him involved in the Christian Guitar & Bass Conferences over the years, but even more blessed to know him as a friend. I highly recommend him.
Reggie Coates – Executive Director – Heartfelt Music, Inc.
Founder of the Christian Guitar & Bass Conferences. Mount Herman, CA
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John Chevalier will make a difference in your life. I have worked and traveled with John for several years, observing his life up close and personal. He has a tremendous gift for teaching that has changed lives all over north America. I highly recommend John to any one.
Lynn D. Taubeneck – Flight Instructor, American Airlines – Dallas, TX
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I spend a lot of my time assisting organizations with correcting problems that exists between the music team and tech team, and it’s ultimate negative impact. Summing it up right to the point, John “Get’s It” in this regard. Having been on both sides of the Mixing Console (both as musician and as technician) John understands that in order to deliver Excellence, all teams, Tech Arts included, must be working together as one united team, and he fosters this spirit among the teams he works with. I truly value my friendship with John, and am always looking forward to working with him.
Bryan W. Cole – President/Owner Axia Concepts, Inc – www.axiaxoncepts.com
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I worked with John on a few recording projects. He is an excellent musician, entrepreneur and trainer. I also have seen John in action as a trainer in both the audio-visual as well as musical arenas . His expertise as a skilled trainer is evident in the way he can make complex concepts easily understandable. I would recommend John for any teaching or speaking engagements in music, audio-visual, or any other areas of his expertise.
Ron Ferlito, Music Instructor – Anderson Institute of Music & Performing Arts
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