Tag Archives: at risk youth
Author John C. Neyland is Today’s Honoree
John C. Neyland was born into a troublesome home environment in South Louisiana. With an abusive father and a depressed, alcoholic mother, John experienced a hurtful and unloving childhood. At the age of fifteen, shortly after meeting the love of … Continue reading
Michael Walker The Director of Black Male Student Achievement is Today’s Honoree
Michael Walker was selected as the Director of the Office of Black Male Student Achievement to lead efforts on behalf of the school district to eliminate the achievement gap between black male students and their MPS peers. Mr. Walker’s history … Continue reading
Motivational Mentor Bob Mackey is Today’s Honoree
Bob Mackey is dynamic and caring professional who uses his gifts for inspiration and motivation to inspire young men and women to achieve success in life. Bob was born into poverty in the small town of Center, Georgia. Raised by … Continue reading
Philadelphia Music Teacher Ron Coles is Today’s Honoree
“I’m here to honor Mr. Ron Coles who is a veteran Music Teacher of fifteen years at Roxborough High School in Philadelphia, PA. Mr. Coles was my cooperating teacher for the second half of my student teaching experience, and in … Continue reading
The Let Us Make Man Motivator Keene Walker is Today’s Honoree
The young, passionate, dynamic, and masterful motivator known for his countless achievements, Keene M. Walker trains and encourages thousands through his speeches and seminars which take place at events throughout the country. Keene inspires and empowers many with his heartfelt … Continue reading
Fitness For Health Founder Marc Sickel is Today’s Honoree
Still reeling from his own disparaging days on the playground decades ago, Sickel believes that a child who is socially or physically lacking stands out at recess/school, and there is a need for adaptive physical education programs in schools to … Continue reading
