Whenever G&A completes a project, we contact the client and seek feedback as to what we have done well and what could have been improved. In the context of doing this, most often we find clients having very positive things to say about our work. Below are a selection of quotes about our work on recent education and community research and evaluation projects.
Education Services:
"In all cases G&A has provided exemplary services, has adapted to challenging circumstances, and has responded quickly and effectively to district and site needs. G&A's resourcefulness has led the district to turn to them for more and more projects covering a wider range of site and district operations."
Dr. Louise Waters, Associate Superintendent of Oakland Unified School District
“The G&A team has been the SAIT provider for three of our middle schools since 2004. They are organized, solutions oriented, and highly responsive to the unique needs of each site. The tools and information G&A has provided is having a positive impact not only at these sites, but at our other middle schools as well. I highly recommend them!”
Jeannie Pon, Assistant Superintendent, Middle School Operations, San Francisco Unified School District
“In revising our LEA Addendum as part of the District Program Improvement Program, G&A worked under intense time constraints and yet facilitated a thorough process that produced a timely, accurate and comprehensive analysis of the district’s situation and most pressing needs. More importantly, they have been an excellent support in helping us implement their recommendations.”
Pam Bovyer, Oakland Unified School District, Coordinator of Accountability
“I have been involved in Oakland Unified for years in a variety of capacities. The most important role for me has been that of a parent and a parent advocate. G&A has done a remarkable job assessing the district’s needs and providing a plan to address those needs. I recommend them highly.”
Kim Shipp, President, District Advisory Council & Parent, Oakland Unified School District
"I have been in education many years and have worked with innumerable consultant firms and professional development providers. G&A is among the very best."
Jeanette McDonald, Principal, Franklin Elementary
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Community Research and Evaluation:
"In facilitating the Oakland Fund for Children & Youth Strategic Planning process, Gibson & Associates went well beyond their negotiated scope of work and budget to make sure our strategic plan reflected all stakeholder voices. Their expert research, coupled with their flexibility in meeting our unique needs, resulted in an excellent product."
Andrea Youngdahl, Director, Oakland Human Services
"G&A has demonstrated a commitment to excellence with reports that are thoughtful, well-written, steeped in data and produced on time under extreme time constraints. Their reports provide managers and policy makers with a valuable tool for decision-making. CEDA is fortunate to have secured G&A services and recommends them highly to other public or private agencies seeking research or evaluation services."
Community Economic Development Agency
"Great job! Just about the best summary of what we do." Alzheimer's Services of the East Bay
“G&A goes the extra mile and delivers the highest quality of services. They are well organized, responsive and comprehensive in their reports. One great asset is their ability to take hold of the big picture and to concentrate on the details at the same time. Our project requires that they work closely with our other contractors and this is done with understanding, adaptability and professionalism. Without question Gibson’s talents have been a tremendous asset to the Marin Tobacco Education Program.”
Bob Curry, Co-Director of the Marin Tobacco Education Program
“The G&A researcher was very open to our ideas and concerns, timely and responsive. She kept a positive attitude addressing challenges and was sensitive to and interested in learning about this new immigrant community. The evaluation has been very useful, helping us to get a bigger picture or our activities and possible impact.”
Yin Yan Leung, Director of Bosnian Community Wellness Program
"We appreciate the knowledge and sensitivity of the evaluation team." Center for Independent Living
"The process has been very helpful for program use and for funding sources." Life Enrichment Agency - Senior Companion Program
"The evaluator was a good listener and seemed to grasp the agency goals and culture." Parent-Child Development Center
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School Site Coaching:
The follow quotes are from letters and satisfaction surveys completed by principals, teachers and parents in May of 2002.
"I have been in education many years and have worked with innumerable consultant firms and professional development providers. G&A is among the very best."
"G&A people were always prepared. No wasted time. G&A people were a pleasure to work with!"
"A real sense of familiarity, caring. Very professional!"
"G&A's positive approach to the data made the process less intimidating and doable."
"It was a pleasure. Very responsive to our desires, respectful of our school culture."
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