Cheryl Kirking loves to encourage others, especially those who teach and nurture children! She is the author of several books, including RIPPLES OF JOY and her newest book, TEACHER, YOU'RE AN A+!  She is a master storyteller and  a regular contributor to the best-selling CHICKEN SOUP FOR THE SOUL Series, and also a songwriter, having recorded 6 CDs for adults and children on the Mill Pond Music label. A former teacher, she draws upon her background in education, psychology and parenting to enhance her writing and presentations.  She has written numerous articles on Personality types and has been a frequent radio  and television guest on the topic.

Cheryl Kirking's clients include: University of Wisconsin-Madison, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Mount Mary  CollegeNorth East Iowa Community College, USDA Rural Development of Iowa, Wisconsin Education Association, Middleton, WI School district, Wisconsin Family Child Care Association, Wisconsin Early Childcare , Association, World Dairy Expo, YMCA Fox Valley (staff training), Wisconsin, Health Information Management Assoc. (WHIMA), March of Dimes, TDS, Telecom, CESA Districts 5 and 6, Cedar Rapids Iowa, Community college, General Motors, Marshfield Area Catholic Schools (staff training), Fort Atkinson, Health Care (educational outreach and staff training)

Areas of Expertise:

 

Top 3 reasons to have Cheryl Kirking at your next event:

  1. A former classroom teacher, Cheryl knows firsthand the challenges and joys of teaching, and draws upon 15 years as a professional speaker .
  2. Her customized, entertaining, common sense style She tickles the funny bones and tugs at the heart strings. You'll laugh, be encouraged, and learn.
  3. Evaluations from attendees are overwhelmingly positive time and time again.
 
Fee Range:
$1,200 - $3,000

Cheryl Kirking's Most Requested Programs:

For Teachers, School Boards, Staff Training:  "The Personality Puzzle: Understanding Others by Understanding Yourself " and  "Ripples of Encouragement: Making a Difference that Matters" Both are entertaining, fast-paced, woven with humor, some music and audience participation. My motto: "If you aren't laughin', you aren't learnin'!"

For Younger Students: "Celebrate You, Celebrate Me!" Character-building, interactive, musical programs for pre-schoolers - grade school.   Strong emphasis on respect, character-education. If requested, will do special visits to music classes for the day.

For Jr./Sr. High:  Topic:  "Who am I and What Am I Doing Here?"
How to identify your basic personality and get the most out of your strengths,  know how to work on areas that need help.   How to get the most out of school/future, getting along with others.

For Parent Groups: "The Parent Puzzle: Piecing together the personalities in your family." Fast-paced, entertaining, extremely practical.

Testimonials:
"Cheryl performed before a sophisticated, knowledgeable audience.   To say they appreciated and applauded her is an understatement.  Offering an enthusiastic standing ovation, hundreds loved her and wished the program would go on hours longer!  The feedback received from audience members' evaluations was all very positive."    Ginny Miller, University of Wisconsin-Madison's "College Days"

"Excellent!  Cheryl, you touched our very soul. Entertaining, but not frivolous!  Was great for the adult leaders and youth alike. You offered practical insight...you have your act together!"     -Ginny Gauerke, Chairperson, Wis. State 4-H Leadership Conference

"Your session was extremely useful, practical, and fun! I feel that I have a greater understanding of others, which will be helpful in both the classroom, relating to other staff, and in my personal life. Teachers need their wells re-filled, and you do just that!"    -Wanda Kreuse, Colorado Springs, CO

 "Your program was wonderfully received!  We have had so many positive and enthusiastic comments.  You provide a very fun, worthwhile program...Thank you for making our event  a  big success!"    -Linda E. Brown, Vice President Marketing,  Shawnee Regional Hospital, Oklahoma

"Excellent!  People couldn't say enough good things about you!...as one respondent wrote, 'Cheryl Kirking was a wonderful breath of fresh air!  A great message presented in a unique way!' "   -Debra Yapp, Cooperative Educational Service Agency 5, WI