Robert G. Weber, Principal, Blanchet Catholic School

“Dr.Iven's visit to St. Ursula Academy was a perfect combination of inspiration and youthful exuberance. The first part of the day all of our students were engaged in motivational activities, small group discussion and a whole-school meditation. These experiences were certainly profitable, practical and inspiring. The second part of the day consisted of a blending of a rock concert and motivational speaking. The students heard important messages wrapped in a way that they understood, appreciated and enjoyed. Dr.Iven did an excellent job of engaging our students and encouraging them to be active participants in every activity throughout the day.”

Judith O'Donnell, Principal, St. Ursula Academy

“As a principal, it is both edifying and heart-warming to know that when an occasion arises on our campus for the need to share a faith-based message, that we can call upon Dr. Iven and trust that they will be young men who espouse clear Christian values and a love of God that our youth so desperately need to hear in a media-driven age of secularism and materialism.”

Dr. Teresa Mendoza, PhD, Principal, Saint Joseph High School

"Based on the reactions from faculty, staff, and students, I know that everybody benefited from the messages that you creatively delivered during your unique and powerful performances and testimonies. Carmel faculty members have shared with me examples of students who have referred back to the messages from the assembly and to this day, I have students who talk about Dr.Iven and they are following you on the Internet! Dr.Iven's messages shared through music and testimony not only encouraged our students to make good choices regarding drug and alcohol use, but also talked about treating each other with respect and lifting people up rather than tearing them down."

Beth Carlson, MSW, Director of Social Services, Carmel Catholic High School

"We would like to wholeheartedly endorse Dr.Iven/M3 Workshops. They brought their inspirational songs and stories to our students and our building reverberated with excitement. The men were generous with their talents and their time, and our students truly felt their interest and concern."

Christina Cheak, Principal and Anne S. Hagen, Guidance Counselor, St. Elizabeth Academy

"Dr.Iven, with its high-energy mix of rock music and motivational lessons and stories, helped make this year’s TRUST Week one of our most successful ever without the preaching or proselytizing that so often accompanies anti-drug lectures."

Joseph Myers, Principal, St. Joseph High School

“They used examples from their own faith-filled experiences to highlight their comments. It is both an upbeat original musical experience as well as a motivational presentation with a deep-seated message on choices and faith.”

Patrick Bonacci, AFSC, Principal, La Salle High School

“The faculty and students attending the event found it very well done, with music students enjoyed, and excellent testimonies by various members of the group. The students were interested throughout and heard the messages being conveyed. The time spent on the assembly was worth every minute and I know the students learned a great deal.”

Sr. Nancy Merkle, R.S.M., Principal, Mother of Mercy High School

“When the day came, my expectations were exceeded! Everyone was blown away with the quality of our time together with you. Your talks were brief in length, but gripping and deep. The students were themselves were fully engaged and listening intently for the next sentence…What they were surprised to find was that this was quality music with meaningful lyrics that they could connect with and dance to.”

Mary Resner, Retreat Coordinator, Marymount High School

“To gather other young artists to promote positive messages of faith, self-worth, and the value of hard work is commendable. High school assemblies can be tough audiences. When you promoted those messages through loud rock music, you certainly kept the attention of this high school audience. Our students were clearly energized by your visit."

Michael Bates, Asst. Principal for Student Life, Louisville High School

“Speaking with my students after the event, I heard many favorable responses from the students, including comments that they heard from fellow classmates. Students generally enjoyed the music and the atmosphere created during the gym session, but many shared that they especially liked the personal sharing that was woven into the workshop. They felt motivated and inspired by the stories of the band. This impression was greatly strengthened by the relational approach taken by Dr.Iven. It meant a lot to the students to be able to interact with you during lunch, and experience a more personal connection."

Rick Martin, Director of Campus Ministry, Marist High School

“Our students loved the music and the message. Dr.Iven is a talented musical ensemble with a positive message that rings true for the students attending CSHM High School. The members are charismatic, talented musicians who were a tremendous model for our students."”

Dave Chambers, Principal, Cantwell-Sacred Heart of Mary High School

“Motivational programs such as yours encourage our students to recognize that there are no barriers to prevent them from realizing their goals unless they have put those barriers in place themselves. Your program most assuredly assists us in encouraging them to do their best in all things.”

Richard A. Spicer, Principal, Bishop Conaty-Our Lady of Loretto High School

“I want to recommend to any high school in the country the merits of having the Dr.Iven's Motivational band perform before your students. They are a very professional, motivating and performing group that totally mesmerizes the students with their music, lyrics and guests immediately. Their ability to draw in the students to their message takes place with their very first number. Throughout the performance the band continually engages the students. The music is exactly what the students like. The lyrics convey the agreed upon message, and the guest speakers, correlates the message to a student their age. The band had our students crying and laughing and clapping, all at the same time. Totally engaged and delighted with the performance.”

Jane Atencio, Principal, St. Matthias High School

“The discussion regarding concerns, hopes, and expectations for our youth today were definitely integrated in your presentation. I was pleased how you included our discussion topics especially talking about the school’s ESLR’s. Thank you for sharing your music, motivational talks, and encouragement with our students. Teachers commented that it was a positive experience for our girls because it created a sense of “good energy.”

Sister Angelica Velez, OP, Principal, Sacred Heart High School

“The students and faculty members enjoyed your music and topics in the workshop. Your band was a great welcoming experience for the freshman class. We heard students rave about how motivated they were to do well in school because of testimony that was shared by the speakers.”

Sam Robles, Principal, Bishop Mora Salesian High School

“I was impressed by the connection they made to our students and the wealth of personal experiences they were able to share.  For a down to earth group that delivers big, there is nowhere else to look.”

Juan Nagore, Director of Activities, St. Bernard Catholic High School

"As this is a WASC accreditation year, it was important to me that the student body was re-enforced as to our ESLR's as well as our on-going school themes. Dr.Iven was a careful listener and then made several suggestions to further enhance my request. The results were outstanding. The students thoroughly enjoyed the workshop and were genuinely entertained by the band."

Marc Groff, Principal, St. Bonaventure High School

“They were helpful, encouraging, organized and a great source of information while we were planning our event. They were never hard to contact and were always willing to stay on the phone with me and answer all my questions no matter how long it took. On the day of the event they were on time, professional, prepared and the concert was spectacular. They rocked the afternoon and had all of our youth on their feet and having a rockin’ great time!”

Carla Nunneri, CYM, Youth Minister, St. Euphrasia Catholic Church

“They led the day using their music, sense of humor, and their deep Christian conviction for this ministry, which created a very successful day.  It was a day the staff continues to speak about in a most endearing way.” 

Frank A. Laurenzello, Principal, St. Paul High School

“The retreat was wonderfully organized and it took a lot of pressure off my shoulders to know I can trust these great leaders to take charge and do a job well done.  They relate really well to adults and their program is designed to bring positive liveliness to every group no matter what the group’s circumstances may be.”

Jacqueline Marquez, Campus Minister, St. Matthias High School

“Their team was extremely thorough and organized throughout the planning process.  They followed through on their commitments, which made the experience even more enjoyable than anticipated.”

Siobhain O’Reilly-Hill, Proud Principal, Santa Clara High School

“As a small urban school it is not often that our students have the opportunity to experience an assembly that is both professional and motivational.  The music imbedded with inspirational stories gave our girls hope for their future after high school.  The message of hope and achievement not only was heard by our students, but by many faculty who approached me after to remark on the faith-filled messages that were delivered.”

Kimberlee Gazzolo, Principal, Pomona Catholic High School

“With music and story, they have woven a wonderful day that allows us to enjoy ourselves yet be reflective about who we are and what we bring to Christian education.” 

Sr. Beatrice Garcia, Campus Minister, St. Paul High School

“Dr. Iven fit in perfectly with our theme of good decision making, personal responsibility, and deepening our relationship with God.”

Lori F. Barr, Principal. St. Anthony High School

“The content of the program is very appropriate to Catholic schools and I would feel confident in highly recommending this program to any public or private secondary school. The band members are extremely professional and well organized. The planning for the assembly went very smoothly. The band members interacted with our students at lunch and made a lasting impression.”

Brandy O’Bannon, Director of Development, Blanchet Catholic School

“Thank you so much for helping our school with our Sophomore Day of Prayer.  Everyone I spoke with truly enjoyed the day, and returned to school enthusiastic and spiritually recharged.” 

Reverend Nicholas Tacito, O.Praem., Rector, Mary Star of the Sea High School

“Their motivational stories about school and their message of working together made this one of the best Freshman/Senior experiences ever.”

Joe Schnelldorfer, Campus Minister, Crespi Carmelite High School

“I have worked with many groups that profess to speak with students and work on their level; however none have exceeded these expectations more than Dr.Iven/M3 Workshops.  My students have had a positive experience during their student retreats and ESLR workshops.”

Vanessa Johnson, Director of Activities, Santa Clara High School

“There music was lively and finely delivered. The students were enthusiastic in their response both to the message and the music. Dr.Iven makes a great addition to an assembly. We used them as the closing for a day-long focus on social justice. The professionalism they demonstrated is exceptional. It was a pleasure to work with them, and we would certainly have them back for another event in the future.”

Mary Benedict, Dean of Spiritual Life, Marymount High School

“So many students came up to me at the end of the day and expressed thanks for having you present.  The girls enjoyed the music, the opportunity to express emotions, and the time to listen to inspirational and motivational short stories that touched them.”

Karen Barnes, Assistant Principal, Saint Joseph High School

“From the planning stages, to the actual assembly, and the final wrap-up visit with the band, we were glad and fortunate to have worked with these fine, inspirational young gentlemen whose hearts and minds helped to bring passion and vision to our small school.”

Cara Sultany, Vice Principal, Pomona Catholic High School