"Renée has the insight that allows her to read and assess a situation and then come up with a positive solution or polish an already good thing".

"Dr. Westlake takes her successful experiences as an educator and combines them with cutting edge research and innovation!"

"The true measure of success is not what you've achieved and can list on a resume, but how much you've been able to pass on to others.  I learned this from educator Renée Westlake."

"Renée is inspiring, convincing, and colorful: a natural leader, pulling everyone near her along the path less traveled, bringing life and excitement everywhere she goes."

"Renée is the finest teacher I have ever seen and the consummate professional!"

"Mrs. Westlake, you are the kind of teacher that every child should have at least once in their life."