Voices
Testimonials
In their own words — students who found their footing, parents who saw the change at home, fellow educators from my workshops, and colleagues I've served alongside.
Tabula I · Students
From my students
Before your class, Latin felt like just a test subject. You showed me the amazing culture and made learning fun with games and stories. Your class improved my Latin skills and my English skills, including critical thinking and test-taking!
Anya · 8th grade, 2019
I learned more in one year of your class than in all my Hebrew classes!
Student · 6th grade, 2019
Your teaching style makes me feel excited about Latin! You make learning fun, both online and in class.
Student · 6th grade, 2021
You make me feel like my input matters and that you care about all your students' education.
Student · 6th grade, 2019
Your class makes me feel alive and actually enjoy school!
Student · 6th grade, 2021
Your teaching style is exactly what I would want in every class!
Student · 6th grade, 2020
Tabula II · Parents
From parents
My daughter repeatedly tells me 'I love Mageesh, I miss her class' — which is not something she says about ANY other teacher!
Parent · 7th grade, 2021
Your class is a bright spot in her schedule. Thank you for making learning so fun!
Parent · 6th grade, 2018
Latin is one of the few classes that my daughter shares any stories about — she's really enjoying it this year.
Parent · 8th grade, 2018
Our son loves being in your class and tells us frequently how he chose Latin because he thinks you are 'the best teacher'.
Parent · 6th grade, 2018
Tabula III · Workshop attendees
From fellow educators
Very approachable and I walked away with great ideas.
PD attendee, 2023
This was useful to me as a teacher and a department chair.
PD attendee, 2023
Informative. Made me feel like data isn't as scary as I thought it was.
PD attendee, 2023
Very informative and helpful! Outstanding presentation!
PD attendee, 2023
Tabula IV · Colleagues
From colleagues
Traci's done a great job as the Excellence Through Classics chair this year. She is hands-on, but she also allows people to have space to develop their own ways to tackle an assignment or duty.
ACL Executive Committee member, 2022
After watching an ACL presentation in which you share your daily routine, I took your intro slide and altered it to fit the needs of my class. Your eye for design without making things overly-wrought is very much appreciated.
World language colleague, 2022
Thank you for hitting the ground running and taking a real interest in students' success in Latin.
Building colleague, 2019
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