"...team player working with his administrative colleagues to present a cohesive approach to problem solving. Gus is very enthusiastic, optimistic, open to suggestion and has a good sense of humor. He works to provide a positive climate in the school."
Gary Conley
Deputy Headmaster
Seoul International School
Seoul, Korea 2005
"...Gus is sensitive to the needs of individuals, is diligent in identifying their strengths and areas that need improvement... Gus works hard to assist students."
Richard Mast
Middle School Principal
International School of Beijing
Beijing, Chin, 2003
"...he instills in the students a sense of value and worth. In planning instruction he provides an environment where interaction between the students is a focal point for learning. He guides the students in their own learning process and expects that his students are respectful... Gus is personable and has a good sense of humor, which enabled him to quickly connect with the staff and parents."
Karen Graham
Assistant Principal
Mountain View Middle School
Newberg, Oregon, 2002
"Gus is an experienced and extremely effective classroom teacher. His rapport with students is strong as he demonstrates genuine insight and interest in each individual in his class and has the ability to make learning fun."
Tom Baker
Elementary School Principal
International School Bangkok
Bangkok, Thailand 2001
"He knows how to reach a child where they are and take them where they should be. He sees the best in a child."
Mrs. Prinvises
Parent
International School Bangkok
Bangkok, Thailand 2001
"...(he) includes demonstrations and experiments, shared inquiry learning, or quietly engaged in an assignment. He has also developed an exceptional writing program that he uses throughout the curriculum. Mr. Lawson employs a variety of techniques in his instruction style that utilize a discovery approach to learning."
Ken Parker
Intermediate School Principal
Saudi Arabian International School
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 1999
"...one of the most sought after 4th grade teachers."
Connie Newell
Parent
Saudi Arabian International School
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 1998
"...want to thank you for the fantastic job you've done with (our daughter) this year. Last summer she told us she hated school and never wanted to go back again. Now, thanks to you, she loves school, and, while we know she is capable of doing much better work, the improvement in her attitude and interest level has been very gratifying."
Elaine Valenzano
Parent
Saudi Arabian International School
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 1998
"Your active participation in discussions, computer lab writing, and the math review games electrified my opportunity to enjoy a setting with the world's top teacher and motivated students at their best. The seamless morning of teaching and learning was indeed a great joy to witness."
Mrs. N. Lyles
Grandmother and retired teacher
Saudi Arabian International School
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 1997
"Mr. Lawson is an exceptional teacher with high expectations to himself and to the children. He is a teacher, who is very concerned about the well being of each individual student and continuously works on the child's personal learning problem. He enjoys teaching and knows how to catch the children's attention. His aim is to challenge the kids to think deeply, be self-critical, respect different opinions and be self-confident."
Ingrid Galal
Parent
Saudi Arabian International School
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 1996
"...proven to be an outstanding teacher ...dedicated and experienced ....dependable and sets high standards for herself and her students ...professionalism is evident in her willingness to take on challenges and assume additional responsibilities."
Karen R. Kneadler
Elementary Principal
Seoul International School
Seoul, Korea 2005
"...proven record as an outstanding teacher...she is knowledgeable, well organized, dependable and always works in the best interests of students. She is a highly respected member of our faculty..."
Gary Conley
Deputy Headmaster
Seoul International School
Seoul, Korea 2006
"I am always feeling thankful to you. I've been learning lots of things in your Reading Support class, not only about reading, also lots of things about life."
Kevin Choi
Student
Seoul International School
Seoul, Korea 2005
"She promotes student learning through instructional decisions that are sound and insightful... continually reflects on strategies that increase the level of student learning... keen understanding of the educational needs of her students in both the cognitive and affective domain."
Jeannie Haugh
Lower Elementary School Principal
International School of Beijing
Beijing, China 2004
"...classroom climate is positive and most conducive to a superior learning environment for her students... recommend her as a superior elementary teacher."
Ken Parker
Intermediate School Principal
Saudi Arabian International School
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 1999
"...caring, concerned, dedicated and professional... students responded positively to her guidance and were constantly challenged to do their best."
Donald R. Shoemaker
Headmaster Mont'Kiara International School
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysi, 1999
"...has earned the reputation for being an outstanding teacher."
Daryle Russell
Superintendent
Saudi Arabian International School
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 1993
