“I never had to drag my daughter out of bed. She was usually up, dressed, and had my car keys on the table, ready to get out the door so we wouldn't be late. You have clearly created a safe, non-judgmental environment where she felt comfortable to give it her all. ”

Christine

“She misses the kids and staff sooo much when school returns….we are happy she gets to spend her summers there!!! She was openly crying last night: ‘not because I am sad, because I am happy.’”

Cindy

“We are so thankful that our daughter has been given so many enriching opportunities in the SSPA program, and has been able to work with such a devoted, talented, and compassionate staff”

Kim

“I wanted to thank you for, again, providing the kids with such a wonderfully positive experience with SSPA. [Our daughter] had the time of her life first session and would have dearly loved to have done the second as well. I can't begin to tell you how good SSPA is for [her]. She has made so many new and varied friends and it has given her the freedom to be herself. You've also helped tremendously with her self-confidence.”

Katie

“When I dropped her off this year, on the last day of the crazy school year, I left feeling so so pleased that everyone remembered who she was, were excited to see her, and just scooped her up and off she went. "So pleased" is an understatement, because I have difficulty writing down exactly how I felt. Joy could be the word. It's hard to find a place where your child wants to go that is also going to teach her skills (in this case skills she wants to know), keep her physically safe, and keep her emotionally safe. Your program, as I'm sure your know, is the perfect fit for theater kids. Your counselors are amazing. I keep forgetting that most of them are in high school. They are mature, caring, and funny folks who love what you do, love learning and practicing, and love sharing with the younger kids. Your admin staff, never leave me guessing about what is happening, what I need to do, and what [our daughter] needs to do to meet the demands of the day, week, or session.”

Beth

“I came in and heard some of your inspiring words on setting goals, taking risks, and trusting to the students. Your words resonated with me as an adult. It is so nice to hear an educator, teaching kids lessons about life in general, not just in the theater. Best Wishes!”

Priti

“Regardless of whether he continues his journey into the performing arts or chooses another path to follow you have given him life lessons he will take with him for the rest of his life.”

Kim