“A.J. met with about 20 students in our physical education majors program for the class and helped them to develop their teaching skills including: instruction, management, activity time organization, feedback, active supervision skills, using first names, and creating a positive environment. A.J. did a great job with all aspects of the class and I would like to convince him to work on a PhD program in our department. He has great communication skills and works well with many different types of people. A.J. is very concerned about the quality of physical education in schools and will work hard to help teachers in the schools. I would like to hire him at Arizona state to work with us. “
Paul W. Darst, Ph.D
Professor and Chair, Department of Physical Education
Author of Dynamic Physical Education for Secondary School Students, 6th Edition
“He is a living, breathing example of what a physical educated person should be. A.J.’s excitement for the subject is contagious for the educators he assists. Any school would be fortunate to have A.J. Ferroni as a P.E. curriculum consultant. “
Tyler G. Johnson, Ph.D
Boise State University, Assistant Professor, Department of Kinesiology
“A.J. is always prepared and demonstrates originality in his presentations. His critical-thinking skills enable him to think ‘outside the box’”
James Mandigo, Ph.D
Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Education & Kinesiology
“A.J. is a true professional and will work well with the school faculty and staff. He will be an asset to any school. “
Connie Pangrazi
Department of Physical Education
“A particular area of strength of A.J.’s is his lesson design. A.J. consistently prepares meaningful instructional objectives and illustrates in his plan the ability to craft developmentally appropriate activities for students. “
Kristopher Treat, NBCT
Lecturer
“A.J.’s dedication to professional development is beyond reproach.”
Dave DeSantis
Halton Catholic District School Board (Secondary Principal)
“His long range plans are evidence of how long range planning takes into account the strengths of the students and how one can build on skills in order to become more proficient in a skill/task. A.J. clearly teaches the curriculum and exhibits an understanding and ability to explain the subject area. Moreover, with considerable effectiveness he demonstrates mastery of subject knowledge and related skills.”
Cairene MacDonald
Halton Catholic District School Board (Secondary Vice Principal)
” He effectively instructs his physical education classes through the curriculum and builds a very positive and professional rapport with students and colleagues. His excellent classroom management ideas and his ability to provide a safe, positive learning environment in all situations enhance his professional demeanor. His broad knowledge of the curriculum and enthusiastic style of instruction compliment his presentations. A.J. Ferroni brings quality, professionalism, and a high degree of excellence to his chosen profession.”
Ron Schoenwetter
Greenfield Junior High School, Gilbert Arizona School District
Physical Education Department Chair
” A.J. is profesional in his dealings with staff members and is well liked by his peers.”
Katie Layous
Mesa Public Schools, Mesa Arizona School District – Elementary Physical Education
” I am very grateful to Mr. Ferroni who is teaching my Tyler, Grade 10 Phys. Ed., this year. I am in awe of the curriculum he presents and the challenges the students embrace in a firm but POSITIVE environment.”
Marie Shippel
St. Brigid School, SERT – Halton Catholic District School Board
” His teaching/coaching techniques have been very impressive to our coaching staff, parents and children. The children have enjoyed A.J.’s help because he makes things fun and exciting to learn.”
Robert Barlow
Battlefield Baseball Babe Ruth League Inc. (President)
” My son Darryl (D-Rock) was a proud participant in the baseball camps that were held a couple years ago. We have fabulous memories of those times, and Darryl learned a ton. He still holds to his Major League dreams, though last season, without the baseball camp, you could see he didn’t get the usual lift in his play that he had the previous couple years. “
Randy W. Mulder
The Ferroni Way Baseball Camp Father