"…VTS is so incredibly useful in all areas of the curricula…[and the] students who are experiencing academic challenges had an equal opportunity for success experiences along with their more successful peers."

"I feel that I have learned…a teaching strategy that will have long range academic and personal benefits for students. I have barely begun using it and need much more practice, but its worth is immeasurable."

"…through [VTS] students…increase their competence in constructing meaning from a wide range of material…as a result…students have increased skills in observation, evidential reasoning, and speculation. These have been shown to transfer to other areas of learning, including standardized tests."

"…because the curriculum allowed students to disagree in a respectful way, this carried over to real life situations. While I mediated problem solving situations for recess, I heard time and time again the process of respectful disagreeing without either side being offended. [VTS] helped students listen to each other and to acknowledge the others point of view. This was as tremendous step in finding solutions to problems."

"…universally the response [to VTS] has been not just positive but ecstatic…Teachers report that VTS has taught them, for the first time ever, how to elicit thoughtful response and discussion from students, not just about art, but in many areas."

"VTS was truly a special experience for my students…They enjoyed that they were all successful and gained an appreciation…for each others diverse perspectives . . . all in all, this is a wonderful program. A number of parents joined us…and commented on the wonderful experience for their children."

"[VTS] has introduced me to a method for using visual works of art in my curriculum in a most meaningful way. It has introduced me to a method of inquiry for students that is useful across disciplines."

"…We believe [VTS] has artistic merit and educational value for all students…[we are] in our seventh year of implementing the Visual Thinking Strategies curriculum…and we’ve been extremely satisfied with our participation in this program."