Dear Richard Hirschl,

“We absolutely love Hirschl Ballet! The studio is professional, friendly and caring, with a high caliber dance program. Our daughter thinks that Mr. Hirschl is the best teacher in the world!”

From the Smith Family,  Victoria, Joshua, Julie and Darren

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Dear Richard and Laurie,

"I want you to know how much I really appreciate this last ten years, and the contribution you have made to my life, as well as the lives of many others. When I first came to the studio, dance was just a fun activity, something to after school. But as the years have gone by, I have begun to realize what I was really getting from it: a real education. An education in how to think, how to feel, and how to express those feelings. It is something I am very thankful to have experienced. Both of you have been such a big part of my life for so long, I hope I can continue it even when I am miles away. Thank you for all the education, love and support you have given. I will miss you so much, but I promise to come back and visit!"

Best wishes for the years to come, Erin Fellows  (Erin moved to San Francisco to pursue a career in commercial art)

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To all the teachers at the Hirschl Studio,

"I have enjoyed and learned something from every single lesson I’ve taken at the studio– every one has been worthwhile."

Kate Gulewich (Samantha’s mother and adult student)

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Dear Mr. & Mrs. Hirschl,

"I wanted to take the time to say thank you. Both of you have always inspired me to dance with all my heart and soul. I’ve enjoyed every class and I will never forget this wonderful studio. Thank you."

Sophie Oh (a note as she was leaving to go out of state to college)

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Dear Richard and Laurie,

"The Hirschl School of Dance Arts has given our daughter a sense of belonging. She began at a very young age and has grown into a "company" dancer with the school. While we can't get her to clean her room, we can't get her to stop dancing, she even dances in her head on the way to the Hirschl school! She has high respect for her teachers and classmates and they are her extended family members. We also believe her disciplined dance regimen has contributed to her ability to receive high marks in her academics as well. Thank you Mr. and Mrs. Hirschl for providing a place where our daughter lives out her dreams!"

Robert and Rhonda Rosenfeld

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Dear Richard and Laurie Hirschl,

"I have many goals for myself. HSDA has helped me reach many, and set new and higher goals. I’ve learned to respect myself, the art form, and the dance community."

Sarah Mann

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My Hero, Mr. Hirschl

My ballet teacher is my hero.

Read this poem and you’ll see why I picked him.

He makes learning fun and easy by translating the French

I like him because he spends time with the kids and he does the steps too.

Respect is special at his school. His

Sunrise Ballet Theatre gives to the

Community. My hero is special to me because

He loves dance arts.

“Let’s Dance!” is special to me because he makes it fun.

By Durandy McConnell

2004-05 PTA Reflections Program Entry

3rd Grade

Mrs. DiMaria / Mrs. Friedrichs class