Rob Simon is a singer/songwriter and educator who paints with words and has worked as a speaker/performer and trainer/consultant for school systems and other agencies from coast to coast – including 21 years as a former teacher and specialist for USD 259. Currently, he directs music for contemporary worship at College Hill UMC, provides lead and background vocals and percussion for Wichita band, Blue Eyed Soul, and works as a teaching artist with Arts Partners. He is also a professional storyteller with the Wichita Griots for whom he has written, co-produced and directed fourteen (14) original stage productions.