Testimonials

TESTIMONIALS

“A wonderful teacher and person, Betsy Canaday not only helped me regain my love of English when I thought it had been lost, but she inspired me to pursue and earn a bachelor’s degree in English once I went to college. Betsy encourages creativity with warmth and kindness and yet still has an ingenious way of guiding students in channeling that creativity into clear and concise ideas, which is one of the most difficult things to do. She can make even the most daunting and dry material humorous and fun to learn about, giving a sense of comfort to her students. Betsy is a teacher of a lifetime and I hope that others get to know her like I have.”  HC

Betsy was a pillar of support and a guiding figure through the marathon that is college applications. Through her edits, thought-provoking comments, and prompts, she gave me the chance to learn and improve by helping me build essential writing skills for myself. Her insight and coaching around my writing helped turn something I had always struggled with into 14 short responses and a personal essay I was proud to have represented me on my application. KW

Betsy is incredibly responsive to the needs of her students. She works hard to make meaningful connections and gets to know students as individuals. She is kind and patient, and students respond well to her thoughtful approach. Betsy is a top-notch educator with vast experience and knowledge. As someone who has worked closely with her, Betsy has earned my deep admiration.  MW

As a colleague and experienced classroom teacher, I continue to learn from Betsy! She expertly articulates concepts and draws connections between ideas in literature, one’s own life and the wider world to engage students, bolster their confidence and build their skills and love for literature. Her insight, calm and deep love for reading and writing are both inspiring and contagious! It is a joy to be her colleague and a gift to be her student. NK

Betsy establishes a dynamic, safe and comfortable learning environment. She is an engaging and creative teacher. She constantly finds new ways to enrich her curriculum, and adapts it to her students’ various learning styles and levels. She is an empathic, wonderful listener who genuinely enjoys interacting with her students. Her colleagues and students respect and admire her as an educator. BB

I appreciate that you took the time to get him in a good place for his paper and he was extremely appreciative as well. After he got off that call he knew what he needed to do and worked hard to finish before heading off to bed. It was a great confidence boost for him to get organized, know what he needed to do, and complete the task. Thank you!  PF

Thank you Betsy! We feel so lucky to have found you!  D. has thrived with your teaching. It has sustained her intellectually.  JS

I cannot thank you enough for all of the wonderful work that you have done with W. and all of the support you have given her and our whole family. We are very lucky to have been connected to you. I am so grateful for your presence in our lives. AD