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testimonials!!! You'll find recommendations from high schools,
middle schools, leadership camps, and state & national youth
organizations. Need more? Want to talk with one of Russ Peak's
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Key Club International
"Russ Peak is a magnificent speaker and
will add a lot to any event with people of all ages! His
message is genuine, creative, energized, inspirational,
comical, witty, and full of daring imagination. His modern
style and magic schemes will intrigue any audience and open
anyone’s mind to new and unbelievable possibilities. Russ’s
friendly demeanor and flamboyant personality will light a
spark in anyone!"
Devon Woerner
Conference Coordinator
Everett Alvarez High School
"Not only did our students have a wonderful time, they also
received an invaluable education in regard to the human mind.
He kept them on the edge of their seats -- captivated --
throughout the entire assembly! Furthermore, I received such
an outstanding review from everyone who attended the assembly
that I can't wait to bring him back to our school!
Chuck Norian
Dean of Students
LARRY LOPEZ
DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES
MERCED HIGH SCHOOL
Del Dios Middle School
"Our whole campus
had the chance to hear and see your magic with a message! It
was a great blend of fun, fascination and motivation.The kids
were really engaged. They will certainly remember you for
life! My ASB students appreciated the extra time you spent
with them during ASB class too. Our staff enjoyed the assembly
and thought your acronym MIND was appropriate for middle
school kids. Thanks again for coming to our school. It was a
great experience for all of us!"
Denise Van Dorn
Activities/ASB Advisor
RENEE CARDIFF
PRINCIPAL
SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL
Arizona Association of Student
Councils
"Some might assume that Russ
Peak's presentation as merely being tricks, but quite the
contrary. Russ Peak can captivate an audience and engage them
in an experience that can best be described as truly magical
as he weaves into his presentation a powerful and motivational
message that leaves the audience recharged, ready, and eager
to take on their challenges."
Dan Dodge
State Executive Director
Pinon Mesa Middle School
"I have been impressed with how our
students as well as the students from our Leadership
Conference still talk about your presentation. Not only were
they amazed at the 'tricks of the mind' you performed, but
they were honestly moved by your personal stories and
challenges to them to be the best that they can be. In
fourteen years of doing activities, I can tell you that I have
never had an assembly that has had such a lasting, positive
impact on our student body."
Curt Chase
Director of Activities
JUDY WILSON
DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES
UPLAND HIGH SCHOOL
Modesto High School
"Russ Peak's
performance was a hit! From the start, he had the students'
attention and enthusiasm. His humorous approach ket the
audience involved and entertained. We were pleased with his
terrific performance and we were fortunate that he came to
Modesto High School. We really are looking forward to more
amazing performances by Russ!"
Craig Orona
Student Advisor
Winston Churchill High School
"3 thumbs up! Although
I had seen your demo videos and talked with people from
schools that had used you in the past, you greatly exceeded my
expectations. Everybody who met you and talked
with you echoes my thought that you are not only very talented
and entertaining, you are also a terrific, genuinely nice
caring human being. We hope to bring you back next year
and, again, thank you for a memorable evening."
Phyllis D.
Elperin
PTSA President
ADAM COLLINS
STATE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
IDAHO ASSOCIATION OF STUDENT COUNCILS
California State DECA
"Thank
you Russ for yet another outstanding performance at our annual
state-wide DECA conference. After four years of coming to our
event, I have still heard nothing but positive feedback from
the advisors of the many other schools that attend each year.
Your presentation is always engaging and appropriate for our
student population. These kids can be a hard audience but you
always hook them. I know we can always count on you to put on
a good show. See you next year!"
Pam McKinney
State Executive Director
CADA / CASL High School
Leadership Camps
"Thank
you for providing your outstanding keynote for our leadership
camps at U.C. Santa Barbara and Stanford University. You
educated and entertained over one thousand students from 146
schools this past July. We feel that you filled a definite,
and important, niche in our program. I would not hesitate to
recommend you to schools in California, or any other state
that would like to provide a unique presentation for their
students"
Jack Zieglar
Camp Director
Thomas Downey High School
"Russ Peak
was the keynote speaker at a retreat for our leadership
program. He spoke to the students about the importance of
leadership and goal setting. The students loved his
presentation. Russ has the ability to relate to high school
students and they really listen to what he has to say. The
students did not want his performance to end. Whether Russ is
strictly entertaining a group or providing a message, he is a
dynamic presenter. I would highly recommend Russ for any
school."
Lisa Dieker
Director of Activities
CURT CHASE
DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES
PINON MESA MIDDLE SCHOOL
Lynbrook High School
"Just dropping you a quick note to thank
you for the awesome job you did at our Leadership Training
session. The kids were mesmerized by your performance, and I
appreciated how you wove the leadership message into your act.
It was both informative and entertaining! I am looking forward
to having you back.!"
Mike White
Assistant Principal
Texas Association of Student
Councils
"Russ Peak's message was amazing.
We had 900 student council kids in attendance and not one of
them was doing anything but listening to Russ talk. I wish I
could hold the attention of my classroom like he held the
attention of that group of kids. His presentation is a
mixture of motivation and magic. The students still talk about
his performance and lessons they learned. If you are
searching for that perfect speaker look at Russ Peak.!"
Barbara Hoffman
Conference Coordinator
TASC District #13
MARY JANE "MJ" SMITH
DIRECTOR OF ACTIVITIES
RANCHO CUCAMONGA HIGH SCHOOL
Future Business Leaders Of
America
"You were the
highlight of the conference. I want to thank you for your
professionalism prior to, during, and after the show. I have
had many occasions in my 15 years of teaching and advising to
contract with entertainers and speakers. You were the easiest
to book, showed up 2 hours before the show, and didn't leave
until you made sure all questions were answered and that
we were thoroughly satisfied. It was very refreshing to
deal with someone with such integrity, not to mention talent!"
Joe Homes
Conference Coordinator
Oregon Association Of Student Councils
"To those of us who plan events
for a living are always searching for thos speakers and
facilitators who make us look good at what we do. Russ
Peak is just such a person, and I am delighted to recommend
him to others. Russ has become one of our "go-to"
speakers. I know I can count on him to do quality work,
and that I can use him in a variety of situations. I
really recommend you give him a try for your next event!"
Nancy Moen
State Executive Director
STACY McAFFEE
PRINCIPAL
BUHACH COLONY HIGH SCHOOL
Vacaville High School
"Every
interaction with Russ was a pleasure. On the evening of the
performance, he arrived early, setup his equipment, and
delivered a spectacular performance tailored to our particular
needs. We enjoyed his act and learned from the experience. His
message- that with the power of the mind, anything is
possible, resonated with the audience!"
John Alongi
Director of Activities
Roselawn Continuation High School
"The students and staff enjoyed
Russ Peak's magic presentation for Red Ribbon Week. We
were very fortunate
that he could work us into his schedule at that time because
his magic combined with an anti-drug and alcohol message fit
right in with what we were wanting to accomplish during the
week. We have been won over. I am hoping that Russ
will be able to return in the future to help us promote an
alcohol and other drug free lifestyle."
Ken Oyer
Director of Activities
DEBBIE TRUELOVE
STATE ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
INDIANA ASSOCIATION OF STUDENT COUNCILS
Casa Roble High School
"It has
been our privilege to host Russ Peak
for assemblies. Not only has he been extremely
captivating for the students, but he has conducted himself in
a professional manner which earns him the support of our
administration. His school appropriate material has the
students clamoring for more, and makes my job planning
successful assemblies easy. Russ Peak has been doing quality
assemblies here at Casa Roble H.S. For over 12 years, and I
give him my highest recommendation."
Belno Lange
Student Government Advisor
Laora High School
"Russ
not only delivers one heck of a speech, but he does it with
the students and audience in mind. I don't write letters for
many keynote speakers but I do this one without reservation.
Russ is in a class by himself. His product is pure and his
integrity is strong"
Paul Chylinski
Activities/ ASB Advisor
MEGAN BOWMAN
STUDENT GOVERNMENT ADVISOR
LAKE BRADDOCK HIGH/MIDDLE SCHOOL
Quail Valley Middle School
"Russ performed at my schooland his
presentation left our students with a fun awe striking
experience. His program is the one assembly that my students
have consistently remembered throughout the year. I highly
recommend Russ Peak and his assembly to any middle or junior
high school to help motivate your students to achieve at a
higher level."
Shad Grijalva
Director of Activities
Sultana High School
"The students
were left in wonderment and laughter as Russ mixed innovative
'magic' with well-played humor. More importantly, he did a
fantastic job of blending his performance with a great
message. Students were reminded that they are in control of
what their future might hold."
Stan Clark
Director of Activities
MARK SCOTT
DIRECTOR OF STUDENT LEADERSHIP
ST. LAURENCE HIGH SCHOOL
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