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How to Educate, Activate and Motivate Students and Staff through a Pandemic
About This Webinar
COVID-19 has been difficult to overcome for many reasons. Educators, parents and students have worked hard to adjust to the changing times but adjusting can sometimes become difficult. It is important to understand that many are experiencing brokenness, pain and regret. Along with the current pandemic, domestic violence and child abuse has increased exponentially. Just like their students, some educators find themselves living in fear daily, negatively effecting their interactions with students, other educators and parents. In addition to personal difficulties, virtual learning can present its own challenges for everyone. This session will feature five effective leaders of school districts from across the country as they discuss how they are educating, activating and motivating their students and staff through this pandemic. Come and experience VIBE (Virtual Institute for Building Educators) for FREE with this one-time opportunity. Expect to hear pertinent strategies from these Superintendents as they lead their school districts and walk away with sound best practices you can use right away.
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Featured Presenters
Founder and CEO of VIBE (Virtual Institute Building Educators)
Robert Jackson began his teaching career almost 25 years ago in Indianapolis Public Schools with a No More Excuses teaching approach with all of his students after being cut from the NFL Minnesota Vikings. As an educator, he didn’t allow his students to feel sorry for themselves or let their circumstances define their futures. He set high expectations for his students and expected them to do well. As a Coach, the same rules applied. Those same students went from low performing to successful Pastors, Lawyers, School Administrators, Teachers, Pharmaceutical Sales Reps, Business Owners, Pro Athletes, Entertainers and more.
He has become one of the most sought-after speakers in the country, delivering keynote addresses and workshops to educators and administrators at national conferences, parents and student workshops, corporate events and churches. He has delivered 100’s of presentations and has become an expert in teaching cultural diversity, restorative practices, socio emotional learning, working with students who have experienced trauma and how to educate Black and Latino males. His goal is to teach educators and administrators how to use their power more effectively to Educate, Activate and Motivate all Students to be Successes.
Mr. Jackson has written and published 6 books and has written articles for ASCD EL Leadership Magazine. His new book, “Becoming the Educator They Need: Strategies, Mindsets, and Beliefs for Supporting Male Black and Latino Students” just won the Gold Excel Award for Technical Writing in July 2020. His “No More Excuses” Curriculum has been featured in publications nationally and is being utilized in K-12 Schools, Colleges and Universities in the US and Canada. His books include, “Black Men Stand Up”, “A Boys Guide to Manhood”, “A Young Woman’s Guide to Womanhood”, “Put a Stop to Bullying” and “Solutions to Educating Black and Latino Males.”
He attended Western Kentucky University where he received his BS Degree in Industrial Technology while lettering 4 years in both Football and Track. After being cut from the NFL he was broken himself and understands the importance of educators being sensitive to students who have experienced trauma and let downs. He teaches solutions how to lead through a pandemic, while remaining deeply rooted in his commitment to serve his community as a speaker and mentor. He has spoken at national conferences including ASCD, SDE, CAAASA, NABSE, SREB, School Discipline National Conferences and the National ESEA.
Mr. Jackson is a Life Member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., and the NFL Players Association. He has received numerous awards for his work including the NOBLE Justice by Action Youth Award, the Key to the City of Miami, Florida and the 2019 National Motivational Educator of the Year Award by the Alpha Foundation. 1000’s of youth, parents and educators are being transformed through his speeches and presentations.
He is married to Essence Best Selling Author, Tajuana “TJ” Butler-Jackson and they have 3 children and 1 grandson.
“His motto is, “For Every Problem, there is a Solution”
He has become one of the most sought-after speakers in the country, delivering keynote addresses and workshops to educators and administrators at national conferences, parents and student workshops, corporate events and churches. He has delivered 100’s of presentations and has become an expert in teaching cultural diversity, restorative practices, socio emotional learning, working with students who have experienced trauma and how to educate Black and Latino males. His goal is to teach educators and administrators how to use their power more effectively to Educate, Activate and Motivate all Students to be Successes.
Mr. Jackson has written and published 6 books and has written articles for ASCD EL Leadership Magazine. His new book, “Becoming the Educator They Need: Strategies, Mindsets, and Beliefs for Supporting Male Black and Latino Students” just won the Gold Excel Award for Technical Writing in July 2020. His “No More Excuses” Curriculum has been featured in publications nationally and is being utilized in K-12 Schools, Colleges and Universities in the US and Canada. His books include, “Black Men Stand Up”, “A Boys Guide to Manhood”, “A Young Woman’s Guide to Womanhood”, “Put a Stop to Bullying” and “Solutions to Educating Black and Latino Males.”
He attended Western Kentucky University where he received his BS Degree in Industrial Technology while lettering 4 years in both Football and Track. After being cut from the NFL he was broken himself and understands the importance of educators being sensitive to students who have experienced trauma and let downs. He teaches solutions how to lead through a pandemic, while remaining deeply rooted in his commitment to serve his community as a speaker and mentor. He has spoken at national conferences including ASCD, SDE, CAAASA, NABSE, SREB, School Discipline National Conferences and the National ESEA.
Mr. Jackson is a Life Member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc., and the NFL Players Association. He has received numerous awards for his work including the NOBLE Justice by Action Youth Award, the Key to the City of Miami, Florida and the 2019 National Motivational Educator of the Year Award by the Alpha Foundation. 1000’s of youth, parents and educators are being transformed through his speeches and presentations.
He is married to Essence Best Selling Author, Tajuana “TJ” Butler-Jackson and they have 3 children and 1 grandson.
“His motto is, “For Every Problem, there is a Solution”
Superintendent, Youngstown Schools
Mr. Jennings attended Purdue University on a varsity basketball scholarship; he earned his Bachelors of Arts (B.A.) Degree. He would go on to earn 3 Masters (M.A.) Degrees in Educational Leadership, Special Education Administration, and Special Education with an emphasis in Emotional Impairments from Grand Valley State University. In addition, he received an Educational Specialist Degree (Ed.S) in Leadership from Grand Valley State University. He is currently completing the dissertation portion for his Doctorate of Education (Ed.D) Degree in Educational Leadership at University of Michigan. Mr. Jennings is also in the process of completing The National Superintendent’s Certification through The American Association of School Administrators 2020 Co-hort (AASA). He currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Youngstown City Schools.
He has worked as a teacher and administrator in Grand Rapids Public Schools serving as an Assistant Principal at Grand Rapids Creston High School and Union High, and as a Head Principal at Union High School. He also served as Head Principal of Holland High School and New Tech High at Holland High School in Holland, Michigan an 8th- 12th grade building of 1650 students. From 2013-2015 he worked as the Executive Principal of Ypsilanti Community Schools (Willow Run Community Schools and Ypsilanti Public School Consolidation). Before his current role he served as Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and the Director of Special Education for Muskegon Public Schools.
Mr. Jennings has proudly served as President of Michigan Association of Secondary School Principal (MASSP). He also served on the Michigan Principal Fellowship & Coaches Institute Principals Advisory Council. He is currently a member of Purdue University’s President’s Council and The Michigan High School Athletic Association Executive Council, the governing body of the association.
Mr. Jennings is married to his lovely wife Pamela and they have two children Jaivyn (26), Madisyn (19) and a grandson Grayson (2).
He has worked as a teacher and administrator in Grand Rapids Public Schools serving as an Assistant Principal at Grand Rapids Creston High School and Union High, and as a Head Principal at Union High School. He also served as Head Principal of Holland High School and New Tech High at Holland High School in Holland, Michigan an 8th- 12th grade building of 1650 students. From 2013-2015 he worked as the Executive Principal of Ypsilanti Community Schools (Willow Run Community Schools and Ypsilanti Public School Consolidation). Before his current role he served as Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and the Director of Special Education for Muskegon Public Schools.
Mr. Jennings has proudly served as President of Michigan Association of Secondary School Principal (MASSP). He also served on the Michigan Principal Fellowship & Coaches Institute Principals Advisory Council. He is currently a member of Purdue University’s President’s Council and The Michigan High School Athletic Association Executive Council, the governing body of the association.
Mr. Jennings is married to his lovely wife Pamela and they have two children Jaivyn (26), Madisyn (19) and a grandson Grayson (2).
Superintendent, Peoria Public Schools
Dr. Sharon Desmoulin-Kherat earned her degrees from Bradley University and later a doctorate from Illinois State University.
Some of her experiences include: middle school teacher; principal of the Blue-Ribbon Whittier Primary School; assistant principal of Roosevelt Magnet (Pre-K – 8th), and High School Principal of Manual.
She also served as the Transformation Officer for District 186 and then the Associate Superintendent of Schools in Danville. She is serving her 5th year as Superintendent of Peoria Public Schools.
She believes that schools can’t do it alone but together a community can.
Her 5-year vision for PPS is focused on “reimaging schools.”
Some of her experiences include: middle school teacher; principal of the Blue-Ribbon Whittier Primary School; assistant principal of Roosevelt Magnet (Pre-K – 8th), and High School Principal of Manual.
She also served as the Transformation Officer for District 186 and then the Associate Superintendent of Schools in Danville. She is serving her 5th year as Superintendent of Peoria Public Schools.
She believes that schools can’t do it alone but together a community can.
Her 5-year vision for PPS is focused on “reimaging schools.”
Superintendent, Marlboro County School District
Dr. Gregory A. McCord currently serves as Superintendent of Marlboro County School District (MCSD). He was appointed this position in June of 2018. Dr. McCord is an experience educational executive with extensive knowledge of federal and state laws, board policies, strategic-planning, contract negotiation, and educational governance in the South Carolina public school system. His top priority is the educational well being of all children. Dr. McCord can been seen daily in the schools interacting with students and living his original #345 motto: three words, “I love you”; four words, “ I care about you”; and five words, “ I am here for you”. This motto has been adopted not only by district employees, but also community members, to ensure that each and every day children know that there are adults who love them, care about them and are here for them.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Prior to MCSD, Dr. McCord served as Chief Auxiliary Services Officer for the Beaufort County School Dis-trict (BCSD). He was a key member of the district’s executive team, responsible for a variety of day-to-day operations serving BCSD students and families. He also assisted district-level staff and building-level admin-istrators at 32 campuses.
Dr. McCord began his educational career in 1994, teaching business classes at Butler and Cross Creek High Schools in Augusta, Ga. From 2000-2004, he served as an assistant principal at two schools: T.W. Josey High in August and Eau Claire High School of Arts in Columbia, S.C. In 2004, he was named District Supervisor of Student Services for Lexington, Richland School District Five in Ballentine, S.C. From 2007-2012, he served as Principal at Orangeburg-Wilkenson High in Orangeburg, S.C.
Dr. Gregory A. McCord
A shining example of the life we live is what we leave in others to share how we have lived.
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Prior to MCSD, Dr. McCord served as Chief Auxiliary Services Officer for the Beaufort County School Dis-trict (BCSD). He was a key member of the district’s executive team, responsible for a variety of day-to-day operations serving BCSD students and families. He also assisted district-level staff and building-level admin-istrators at 32 campuses.
Dr. McCord began his educational career in 1994, teaching business classes at Butler and Cross Creek High Schools in Augusta, Ga. From 2000-2004, he served as an assistant principal at two schools: T.W. Josey High in August and Eau Claire High School of Arts in Columbia, S.C. In 2004, he was named District Supervisor of Student Services for Lexington, Richland School District Five in Ballentine, S.C. From 2007-2012, he served as Principal at Orangeburg-Wilkenson High in Orangeburg, S.C.
Dr. Gregory A. McCord
A shining example of the life we live is what we leave in others to share how we have lived.
Superintendent, Durham Public Schools
Since Dr. Pascal Mubenga was sworn in as superintendent of Durham Public Schools on November 27, 2017, student academic progress and school performance have both increased while the district has strengthened its commitment to equity, inclusion, and the socio-emotional health of the whole child. The Durham community took notice, with DPS’s enrollment growing in the 2019-2020 school year—by more than 500 students—for the first time in four years.
The foundation for this work was laid with the establishment of a 2018-2023 Strategic Plan to transform DPS and “ignite the limitless potential” of its students. Dr. Mubenga worked with a large group of Durham educators, community stakeholders, students, and families to develop the plan based on a rigorous data review and an early listening and learning tour of Durham County. The plan is comprehensive with clear benchmarks, prioritizing academic achievement, attention to the needs of the whole child, teacher and employee recruitment and retention, community engagement, and fiscal and operational responsibility.
Dr. Mubenga has enjoyed a successful career in public education spanning over 20 years in North Carolina. Prior to joining DPS he served as Superintendent of Franklin County Schools. He also served as a District Transformation Coach, a School Transformation Team Lead and School Transformation Coach with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction for four years. Immediately preceding his work with NCDPI, he was the principal at Jones Senior High School in Jones County, North Carolina, from 2007 through 2011. Dr. Mubenga has also previously served as an assistant principal in Franklin County and math teacher in Johnston County. He was also a math teacher at Chewning Middle School in Durham for three years. He began his career in public education as a math teacher for the Nash-Rocky Mount Schools.
Dr. Mubenga earned his Ph.D. from Capella University in 2007. He also holds a Master’s in Secondary Education from Liberty University and a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Shaw University. He has also served as an adjunct professor and is the author of several peer-reviewed articles.
The foundation for this work was laid with the establishment of a 2018-2023 Strategic Plan to transform DPS and “ignite the limitless potential” of its students. Dr. Mubenga worked with a large group of Durham educators, community stakeholders, students, and families to develop the plan based on a rigorous data review and an early listening and learning tour of Durham County. The plan is comprehensive with clear benchmarks, prioritizing academic achievement, attention to the needs of the whole child, teacher and employee recruitment and retention, community engagement, and fiscal and operational responsibility.
Dr. Mubenga has enjoyed a successful career in public education spanning over 20 years in North Carolina. Prior to joining DPS he served as Superintendent of Franklin County Schools. He also served as a District Transformation Coach, a School Transformation Team Lead and School Transformation Coach with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction for four years. Immediately preceding his work with NCDPI, he was the principal at Jones Senior High School in Jones County, North Carolina, from 2007 through 2011. Dr. Mubenga has also previously served as an assistant principal in Franklin County and math teacher in Johnston County. He was also a math teacher at Chewning Middle School in Durham for three years. He began his career in public education as a math teacher for the Nash-Rocky Mount Schools.
Dr. Mubenga earned his Ph.D. from Capella University in 2007. He also holds a Master’s in Secondary Education from Liberty University and a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Shaw University. He has also served as an adjunct professor and is the author of several peer-reviewed articles.
Superintendent, Selma City Schools
Dr. Avis Williams is the superintendent of Historic Selma City Schools. A native of Salisbury, NC, she has served in leadership positions in the U.S. Army, as an entrepreneur and school administrator. While in the Army, she was stationed at Fort Jackson, SC, Yongson, Korea, and Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL. Before becoming an educator, Avis owned a fitness center and worked as a certified personal trainer.
She received her undergraduate degree from Athens State University, master’s from Alabama A&M and Jacksonville State Universities, education specialist degree and her doctorate from the University of Alabama. She taught English and Physical Education and coached dance team and track. Avis has been an elementary, middle and high school principal. She was the executive director of curriculum and instruction in North Carolina where she led instruction for over 60 schools. Before moving to Selma, she served as the assistant superintendent for curriculum in Tuscaloosa City Schools.
She is the author of a children’s chapter book, Welcome to Chase Shadows. Her joy comes from spending time with her daughter Briahna, running, writing and being a “dog mom” to her standard poodles, CoCo and Butterscotch. Avis enjoys public speaking and giving back to her community while working with families in need.
A graduate of Leadership Alabama Class XXIX, she is a member of the Rotary Club of Selma, the ASCD board of directors, School Superintendents of Alabama District 2 president, Delta Sigma Theta, Inc. and the Selma Chapter of the Links, Inc. Avis has created and delivered dozens of professional development and motivational sessions to churches, student groups, educators and leaders nationwide. She was awarded the Marbury Technology Innovation award by the AL State Department of Education in 2011 as a principal and 2019 as superintendent. A finalist for state Superintendent of the Year in 2019, Dr. Avis Williams is humbled and honored to be a part of the Historic Selma community and to serve as superintendent of Selma City Schools.
She received her undergraduate degree from Athens State University, master’s from Alabama A&M and Jacksonville State Universities, education specialist degree and her doctorate from the University of Alabama. She taught English and Physical Education and coached dance team and track. Avis has been an elementary, middle and high school principal. She was the executive director of curriculum and instruction in North Carolina where she led instruction for over 60 schools. Before moving to Selma, she served as the assistant superintendent for curriculum in Tuscaloosa City Schools.
She is the author of a children’s chapter book, Welcome to Chase Shadows. Her joy comes from spending time with her daughter Briahna, running, writing and being a “dog mom” to her standard poodles, CoCo and Butterscotch. Avis enjoys public speaking and giving back to her community while working with families in need.
A graduate of Leadership Alabama Class XXIX, she is a member of the Rotary Club of Selma, the ASCD board of directors, School Superintendents of Alabama District 2 president, Delta Sigma Theta, Inc. and the Selma Chapter of the Links, Inc. Avis has created and delivered dozens of professional development and motivational sessions to churches, student groups, educators and leaders nationwide. She was awarded the Marbury Technology Innovation award by the AL State Department of Education in 2011 as a principal and 2019 as superintendent. A finalist for state Superintendent of the Year in 2019, Dr. Avis Williams is humbled and honored to be a part of the Historic Selma community and to serve as superintendent of Selma City Schools.
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