Here’s what audiences are saying about Dan Woog:
Dan spoke at an assembly on social justice. He received a standing ovation, and was mobbed by students. He said what needed to be said, met the audience where they were, and gently moved them forward in their thinking. I recommend him highly as a speaker. — Dr. Raymond W. Barber, director of libraries, The William Penn Charter School, Philadelphia.
We truly have found a jewel in Dan. What a talented writer and communicator. — Emery Sykes, Bridgeport Education Fund
What would our 8th grade Unitarian sexuality class do without you every year? You bring so much — well, class — to this class. I love the way you answer questions. You so clearly relate well to this group, it makes the rest just fall in place. You are generous with your time, and your warmth and good humor relives a lot of our participants’ anxieties about this session. — Lynda Shannon Bluestein, the Unitarian Church, Westport, CT
On behalf of the Independent School Health Association, thank you so much for giving your excellent workshop at our conference. The evaluations revealed that it was interactive, interesting, and exceedingly well received. — Mimi Estes, president, ISHA
Thanks very much for journeying here and leading our discussion. I got a lot of positive feedback. Your real care and concern for athletes and coaches came through loud and clear. I think this allowed for some honest reflection and discussion among our coaches. You are doing great work for students and faculty, athletes and non-athletes. — Jack Raslowsky, St. Peter’s (NJ) Prep
I attended your lecture as part of a class project, not because I wanted to. However, it was so inspiring I feel compelled to tell you. Keep up the good work. Our world is lucky to have someone as helpful and inspirational as you. — Megan M., University of Connecticut
Thank you so much for being our speaker at Northeastern University recently. You were inspirational. You are a role model for many. — Gloria Tarpey
Thanks for working with us on such an important topic last week. I value so much the work that you do, and the untold and numerous contributions you make in children’s lives. It is an honor to know you are another educator working to make classrooms and school communities safe for all people. — Susan Perry, private school athletic director
You’ll be glad to know you were a great hit in the school — an inspiration to some, a thoughtful prod to others, and a breath of fresh air to all. You were so successful, in fact, that our Middle School is giving serious thought to inviting you for a return visit! — John Ball, Germantown (PA) Academy
Thanks for everything you’ve done to advance our schools. — Kevin Jennings, director, GLSEN
I can’t thank you enough for your time with us. You have a real gift for being with young people, and a gift for communicating. You were absolutely perfect — easily, in my 10 years here, the best guest speaker we’ve ever had. You put everyone at ease, never made them feel defensive, and made it so clear that they could relax with you. — Rev. Alida Ward, Greenfield Hill (CT) Congregational Church
Thank you again for presenting the keynote speech for our teachers’ workshop. We thought you were great. You were able to address what was most relevant to the teachers in the classroom. According to the evaluations, you got the most accolades! — Jerry and Joan Rolnick
Thank you so much for being a part of our Social Work Awareness program. You were GREAT! I received so many positive remarks from the students and faculty. You were magnificent! — Nicole Francione, Central Connecticut State University
What a star you are! We were so blessed to have you with us. — Peg Gage, northeast director, PFLAG
THANK YOU! What an amazing way you have with kids. You led a great conversation, and gave them a lot to think about (and perhaps change). — Rev. Jane Field, Wilton (CT) Presbyterian Church
Thank you so much for being a part of Talk About It Day yesterday. People are talking to us about how amazing it was. Even the headmaster was blown away. We really feel as though you’ve made a difference i not only the lives of some students, but also the future of our school. — Mary Chimenti, Fairfield Ludlowe (CT) High School
You rock the universe. — Anonymous letter from a student