See What Schools Are Saying About Jim Bob's Programs...

“Jim Bob’s presentation to West Orange Cove was a true delight!  Our entire district staff attends our beginning of year convocation and Jim Bob was a great start to the new school year.  My best memory of his presentation is his ability to captivate the entire audience with humor while at the same time reminding us of the very serious charge we have working with children everyday and the inspiration and motivation we provide in nurturing the children in our district.  We look forward to bringing Jim Bob back!
Jane Stephenson, Executive Director
West Orange Cove CISD

“Jim Bob’s brand of wit and wisdom is timeless.  He entwines humor with the challenges of leadership, life, and educating kids in ways that cause us to reflect, laugh, and remember why we do difficult jobs.  Jim Bob’s perspective is always on point and entertaining.  I invited him to his third engagement for me as the keynote speaker at a leadership conference for school superintendents - three audiences, three homerun performances.  Jim Bob will get another call!”
Jerry Maze, Associate Executive Director
Education Service Center, Region 12

“Jim Bob reminded us how much positive impact a teacher or administrator can make on a single student, and what it can mean for that student in the future…His enthusiasm and inspiration shined down on all of us the day we heard him speak.  He is welcome back anytime!  In fact, we’ve already invited him back!”
Richard McReavy, Superintendent
Waller ISD

“Jim Bob Solsbery – WOW!  What an exciting and moving motivational speaker.  Teachers left the presentation with a big smile on their face and a feeling of pride for their chosen profession!”
Susie Grider, Asst. Superintendent
Rains ISD

“It was exciting to see over 175 people immediately come out of their chairs to give you a resounding standing ovation at the conclusion of your presentation.  I continue to hear comments from teachers that your presentation was by far the best they have ever heard!”
Ron Mayfield, Superintendent
Ft. Stockton ISD

“I was not done with my summer vacation when I was sitting in that auditorium and you reminded me that MY attitude is so important to the success of my students.  Thank you for that.  You helped me to get the school year off to a great start!”
Melissa McHugh, Teacher
Everman ISD

“Jim Bob provided the motivational foundation that Hereford ISD needed to begin the new school year.  His message emphasized the important role we play in the lives of our students – and each other!”
Kelli Moulton, Asst. Superintendent
Hereford ISD

“Jim Bob spoke for our entire district.  The audience listened, learned and laughed.  In my office and in many classrooms, clown noses can be seen attached to mugs, picture frames and computer monitors.  He helped our district begin the new year with a positive outlook!”
Cathy Gabro, Asst. Superintendent
Marble Falls ISD

“…a very entertaining alternative for teacher inservice.  Jim Bob’s piercing understanding of student needs will have your faculty and staff facing the world with chins held high and chests thrust out because they have answered the call!”
Wayne Bird, Principal
Reagan County ISD Middle School

“Jim Bob captured the hearts and minds of our dedicated employees.  He was right on target…This was the best presentation that I have heard in many years.”
Sena Case-Yates, Exec. Director of Curriculum
Columbia-Brazoria ISD

“The entire district – professional, paraprofessional, auxiliary, and support staff – enjoyed Jim Bob’s quiet humor and ‘down-home’ style.  His previous educational experience gives Jim Bob a feel for the school business and our daily lives.  I hope our paths cross again in the near future…!”
Phyllis Coleman, Asst. Superintendent for Instruction
Santa Fe ISD

“Jim Bob captured my attention and kept it focused.  I had been working over the summer on a new approach with my teachers and students.  He validated much of what I had discovered on my own.”
Vicky Jones, Principal
Gladewater ISD

“Jim Bob’s insight into the human condition and the advice he shared was motivating to our staff as we all began a new year.  Without exception, the feedback I have received about his presentation has been very positive!”
Jerry Molinoski, Asst. Superintendent
Eanes ISD

“Jim Bob Solsbery is a must have inspirational speaker in a rural setting.  He understands the pressures involved in teaching children and relates it to staff in a funny yet deep and meaningful way.  We have used him twice in the past five years.”
Matt Underwood, Superintendent
Mason ISD

“Jim Bob was great!  Our staff enjoyed every aspect of his presentation.  It was just what we needed to begin the school year in a positive fashion, and we’ve done just that!”
Mike Motheral, Superintendent
Sundown ISD

“Jim Bob’s presentation was right on target.  Our staff was touched by his humor and sincerity.  He shared valuable experiences from various sectors of employment; bringing them together in a way that gave real meaning and purpose to the challenging job of educating ALL of our students!”
Steve Madson, Dir. of Curriculum and Instruction
Rio Vista ISD

“I have had Jim Bob speak to my staff on four different occasions.  I keep asking him to come back because he is great!  My staff loves him and they are always ready for him to come back.  Jim Bob is funny and very entertaining, but he also has a great message for educators.  That message is, ‘We really do have an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our students!’  I hope to have Jim Bob back many times in the future!”
John Walts, Superintendent
Utopia ISD

“Jim Bob made a great impact on our faculty and started our school year off on a great note.  Jim Bob’s use of humor to drive home the point that our public schools are a great place for kids reminds us all of the great importance of our profession!”
Larry Lee, Superintendent
Crane ISD 

“Jim Bob immediately captivated our staff with his excitement, positive humor, real experience and common sense solutions…He was so good that he kept the total attention of all our staff for the full time!”
John Van Dever, Superintendent
Florence ISD

“Jim Bob did a great job of connecting with the staff and his presentation was very well received…I spoke with many teachers at both elementary and secondary levels who said they would like to have him back again next year!”
Tim Glover, Asst. Superintendent
Llano ISD

“I have been working harder to remind myself on a daily basis of the positive impact I have on my students rather than the difficult, mundane things that can beat me down and cause a negative attitude.  Thanks to Jim Bob for keeping me smiling eight weeks into this new school year!”
Michelle Brannon, Teacher
Everman ISD

“So many of Jim Bob’s stories and comments really hit home…His name has already been added to our list of speakers to invite back!”
Nancy Divins, Dir. of Curriculum and Instruction
Hillsboro ISD

“Jim Bob’s presented a program that had teachers participating in a positive way and made them feel good about selecting this occupation…I hated to see it end!”
Dr. Laurie Bauer, Director of Curriculum
Royal ISD

“Jim Bob has a very encouraging message for all school staff.  He will add value to staff, communicate high expectations and emphasize the importance of being an educator!”
Bob Lee, Superintendent
Millsap ISD