Anne Kubitsky
Anne is the CEO and started Look for the Good Project in 2011 before incorporating it as a nonprofit in 2014. Anne Kubitsky holds a dual degree in biology and philosophy from Smith College, with undergraduate and graduate training in graphic design, illustration, and art education. As an independent artist, Anne has created 30 books and 200+ educational videos which she has donated to the organization.
Read a Book with AnneJessica DeShong
You'll find Jessica DeShong leading classroom lessons (and dance breaks!) in Wiggle Warrior® Classroom. Jessica is a Grammy®-nominated American musician and actress. Born into a culturally diverse military family of Korean, African and Caucasian influences, she has had the pleasure of exploring many different cultures her entire life. This lifelong experience has enabled her to be skilled and adaptable within the entertainment industry. Jessica is the creator of the YouTube kids channel "Miss Jessica’s World" which helps kids foster a love of learning through music, movement and cultural exploration. Along with her captivating acting abilities, Jessica is a talented voice over artist, vocalist, pianist, violist and songwriter, bringing to life every piece of music she touches. As an artist, she seeks to be involved in projects that empower her audience, encourage thought, laughter and healing.
ANMP Animation Studio
ANMP is a group of talented artists who have collectively worked on a variety of well known films: Maleficent, Loki, Wonder Woman 1984, The Lion King, and The Witches. With Anne serving as Art Director, ANMP masterfully brought the Wiggle Warrior® characters to life. Thanks also to Axel Blin for his stellar animation skills, and Song Na for his detailed 3D human character designs (bravo!).
Kari Yacawych
Kari is our Education Specialist. She has been a teacher for the past 28 years. She spent the first 20 years of her teaching experience as a classroom teacher for first, second, and fourth grade. For the past eight years, she has been a Library Media Specialist for Shelton Public Schools. Kari has a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with a Concentration in Psychology and a Master of Science in Education. Kari started working on our content in 2020 and has played an integral part (along with her kids!) in planning out the Wiggle Warrior® program.
Bonnie Etense
Bonnie is one of our Look for the Good Ambassadors. In the past 18 years, Bonnie has taught both elementary and middle school. She currently serves as a middle school instructional specialist where she supports teachers in implementing high-quality instruction in their classrooms. Bonnie holds a Sixth Year Advanced Studies degree in Educational Leadership, a Master of Arts in Teaching & Foundations, and a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and Speech Communication.
Creative Credits
Writer, Director & Producer: Anne Kubitsky
Acting, Dancing & Choreography
Jessica DeShong
(Special Thanks to Melissa Deeken)
Animation
Anne Kubitsky
ANMP
Song Na
Editing
Kari Yacawych
Tess Morrison
Anne Kubitsky
Adult Voice Overs
Jessica DeShong
Tess Morrison
Anne Kubitsky
Child Voice Overs
Mike Cicarella
Eliana Damsgard
Sam Maholm
Board of Directors
Chair
Justin Garcia, Esq.
President
Anne Kubitsky
Treasurer
Anne Horton
Secretary
Amy Yost
In Loving Memory Of
Margaret Huebler
Edna & Doug Noiles
Margaret Worthen
Teagan Hawkins
Debbie Goodrow
Ruth Robins
Janet Lee