Delaware Valley Minority Student Achievement Consortium
2011-12 Delaware Valley Minority Student Achievement Consortium Members
Abington School District
Amy Sichel, Superintendent
Abington, PA
Allentown Area School District
C. Russell Mayo, Superintendent
Allentown, PA
Brandywine School District
Mark Holodick, Superintendent
Claymont, DE
Burlington Co. Institute of Technology
Donald Lucas, Superintendent
Westampton, NJ
Methacton School District
Tim Quinn, Superintendent
Eagleville, PA
DELAWARE VALLEY
MINORITY STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT CONSORTIUM
Norristown Area School District
Janet Samuels, Superintendent
Norristown, PA
North Penn School District
Curtis Dietrich, Superintendent
Lansdale, PA
Pennsylvania State Education Association
James Testerman, President
Jerry Oleksiak, Treasurer
Linda Cook, Southeastern Region President
James Sando, Mideastern Region President
Cheltenham Township School District
Darlene Davis, Superintendent
Elkins Park, PA
Cherry Hill Public Schools
Maureen Reusche, Superintendent
Cherry Hill, NJ
Chester County Intermediate Unit #24
Joe O'Brien, Executive Director
Downingtown, PA
Downingtown Area School District
Lawrence Mussoline, Superintendent
Downingtown, PA
Easton Area School District
Susan McGinley, Superintendent
Easton, PA
Hatboro-Horsham School District
Curtis Griffin, Superintendent
Horsham, PA
Lenape Regional High School District
Emily Capella, Superintendent
Shamong, NJ
Lindenwold Public Schools
Geraldine Carroll, Superintendent
Perkiomen Valley School District
Cliff Rogers, Superintendent
Collegeville, PA
Rose Tree Media School District
James Wigo, Superintendent
Media, PA
Salem City School District
Patrick Michel, Superintendent
Salem, NJ
Southeast Delco School District
Stephen Butz, Superintendent
Folcroft, PA
Upper Darby School District
Louis F. DeVlieger, Superintendent
Drexel Hill, PA
Upper Dublin School District
Michael Pladus, Superintendent
Maple Glen, PA
Wallingford-Swarthmore School District
Rich Noonan, Superintendent
Wallingford, PA
West Chester Area School District
Jim Scanlon, Superintendent
West Chester, PA
Lindenwold, NJ
Lower Merion School District
Christopher McGinley, Superintendent
Wissahickon School District
Judith Clark, Superintendent
Ambler, PA
Ardmore, PA
PAGE 12
LAST UPDATED: 12/5/2011
2011-12
MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
DARE TO DREAM
December 2, 2011
University of Pennsylvania
Sheraton University City Hotel
Philadelphia, PA
Delaware Valley Minority Student Achievement Consortium
Delaware Valley Minority Student Achievement Consortium
2 0 1 1 - 2 0 1 2 M I D D L E S C H O O L S T UD E N T L E A D E R S H I P I N S T I T UT E P R O G R A M
PAGE 2
LAST UPDATED: 12/5/2011
LAST UPDATED: 12/5/2011
PAGE 11
Delaware Valley Minority Student Achievement Consortium
1:50-2:15
FINAL REFLECTIONS: CONTINUING THE MOMENTUM
Delaware Valley Minority Student Achievement Consortium
8:15-8:45
Lower Lobby
Ben Franklin Ballroom 2-3-4-5
BUSES DEPART
9:00-9:15
WELCOME
Ben Franklin Ballroom 2-3-4-5
Special thanks go to the dedicated
teachers, guidance counselors and
school administrators from our
Dr. Robert L. Jarvis, Director
Delaware Valley Minority Student Achievement Consortium
Penn Center for Educational Leadership
Graduate School of Education
University of Pennsylvania
9:15-10:00
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Ben Franklin Ballroom 2-3-4-5
Delaware Valley Minority Student
Currently, Mr. Bollar is the principal of
Achievement Consortium school districts
Hartford School in Mount Laurel, New Jersey.
for their extraordinary leadership and
cutting edge of education. He continues to
This Upper Elementary School is on the
use his talents and skills to continually
improve the educational process.
support in organizing this event!
Mr. Bollar’s alter ego is Stand Tall Steve.
Stand
Tall
Steve
openly
shares
his
knowledge, experiences and creativity with
others.
Mr. Steven “Stand Tall” Bollar
Middle School Principal
Mt. Laurel, NJ
He's a motivational speaker who
uses his life experience to instill students
with self esteem and team pride that can
translate into academic excellence.
He
currently speaks to students and staff
throughout the country about how to think
differently about schools, administration,
education and life.
PAGE 10
LAST UPDATED: 12/5/2011
LAST UPDATED: 12/5/2011
PAGE 3
2 0 1 1 - 2 0 1 2 M I D D L E S C H O O L S T UD E N T L E A D E R S H I P I N S T I T UT E P R O G R A M
2:15-2:30
REGISTRATION & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
Delaware Valley Minority Student Achievement Consortium
Delaware Valley Minority Student Achievement Consortium
10:05-11:00 BREAKOUT SESSIONS I
12:50-1:45
1.
4.
“BULLIES, PARENTS & TEACHERS – OMG: HOW TO FIND MY OWN VOICE”
“CORE 6 SUCCESS: REDEFINING THE PURPOSE OF YOUR EDUCATION
PRESENTER: Mr. Brian Smith, Founder, Core 6 Consulting, Philadelphia, PA
ROOM:
William Penn 1
SESSION DESCRIPTION: Success in our society is defined by academic achievement, followed by
financial gain, successful marriage and family, and finally a smooth retirement. Yet, what this model
SESSION DESCRIPTION: Students will explore and discuss issues related to bullying, self-
of success fails to address is that humans are multi-faceted in their thinking and multi-dimensional
esteem and peer pressure. Issues related to belonging and wanting to “fit in” will also be
in their development. Consequently, there are 6 core areas of every person’s life that when in
examined. We will also view a few videos of youth discussing some of the challenges which
proper alignment, allow the most fulfillment and a fuller experience of success. Learn what these 6
they face; this will provide the basis for interactive group activities. Youth will also have an
core areas are, as well as how to navigate the relationship between education, wealth, work, and
opportunity to share their successes, with the hopes of inspiring their peers.
success.
2.
5.
“LESSONS WE HAVE LEARNED: FINDING & MAKING TIME FOR SUCCESS”
PRESENTER: Dr. Jill Parker-Clark, Assistant Principal, Cheltenham High School
Mr. Craig Metcalfe, Teacher, Cheltenham High School
and High School Student Leaders from Cheltenham High School,
School District of Cheltenham Township, Elkins Park, PA
ROOM:
Ben Franklin 1
PRESENTER: Dr. Jill Parker-Clark, Assistant Principal, Cheltenham High School
Mr. Craig Metcalfe, Teacher, Cheltenham High School
and High School Student Leaders from Cheltenham High School,
School District of Cheltenham Township, Elkins Park, PA
ROOM:
Ben Franklin 1
SESSION DESCRIPTION: Student leaders from Cheltenham High School will come together to
share the do’s and don’ts of navigating the sometimes slippery slopes of high school. The
panel will discuss their own successes and struggles as well as give survival tips geared
toward how their middle school audience might learn from their experiences.
This
workshop is student-centered, and will include interactive discussion and time for
questions.
3.
“LESSONS WE HAVE LEARNED: FINDING & MAKING TIME FOR SUCCESS”
SESSION DESCRIPTION: Student leaders from Cheltenham High School will come together to
share the do’s and don’ts of navigating the sometimes slippery slopes of high school. The panel
will discuss their own successes and struggles as well as give survival tips geared toward how their
middle school audience might learn from their experiences. This workshop is student-centered,
and will include interactive discussion and time for questions.
6.
“DISCOVERING YOUR PURPOSE AND PASSION”
“CODE SWITCHING OR KEEPING IT REAL? A CONVERSATION ON
STANDARD ENGLISH VS ETHNIC SLANG AND HOW IT MAY AFFECT YOU ”
PRESENTER: Mr. Edgar Mitchell, Assessment Coordinator, Eastern University Charter
School and Co-Founder, B.E.S.T. (Building Educational Success Together)
Academies, Philadelphia, PA
ROOM:
William Penn 2
PRESENTER: Mrs. Andrea Lawful-Trainer, Educational Consultant and Parent
Mrs. Robyn Tucker, Parent Abington School District, Abington, PA
ROOM:
Chestnut
SESSION DESCRIPTION: The greatest men and women are very clear about their purpose.
SESSION DESCRIPTION: This workshop is designed to be a spirited conversation between the
They know that their lives are extremely significant. Knowing it, they intentionally seek to
uniquely express their passions, gifts, and talents. The discovery of their reason for
existence enables them to transcend countless barriers to success. This process equips you
to acquire the keys to discovering your purpose. You will learn why the fulfillment of
purpose is the ultimate measure of success. Once you learn these essential principles, your
entire perspective will change, and so will your life!!!
youth and the two facilitators on the merits/ consequences of speaking in a manner that
may be misconstrued as negative or “trash” talking. When is it appropriate? Are you losing
your identity if you “Code Switch?” The presenters are parents of teenagers who sit on both
sides of the spectrum and will keep you laughing while giving you food for thought on why
first impressions are often lasting ones. Come and discuss with these adults how you can
remain true to yourself and keep your identity in an increasingly competitive school
environment without being perceived as offensive.
PAGE 4
LAST UPDATED: 12/5/2011
LAST UPDATED: 12/5/2011
PAGE 9
2 0 1 1 - 2 0 1 2 M I D D L E S C H O O L S T UD E N T L E A D E R S H I P I N S T I T UT E P R O G R A M
PRESENTER: Dr. Chuck Williams, Assistant Clinical Professor and Director
Center for the Prevention of School-Aged Violence School of Education
Drexel University Philadelphia, PA
ROOM:
University 2
BREAKOUT SESSIONS III
Delaware Valley Minority Student Achievement Consortium
12:05-12:45 LUNCH/MIX & MINGLE
10:05-11:00 BREAKOUT SESSIONS I (CONTINUED)
Ben Franklin Ballroom 2-3-4-5
1.
4.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS III
“WHEN YOU STAND TALL, YOU DON’T THINK SMALL”
PRESENTER: Mr. Steve “Stand Tall” Bollar, Middle School Principal, Mt. Laurel, NJ
ROOM:
University 1
“DISCOVERING YOUR PURPOSE AND PASSION”
SESSION DESCRIPTION: Sometimes you don’t feel like standing out. Sometimes you just
PRESENTER: Mr. Edgar Mitchell, Assessment Coordinator, Eastern University Charter
School and Co-Founder, B.E.S.T. (Building Educational Success Together)
Academies, Philadelphia, PA
ROOM:
William Penn 2
want to blend in. Sometimes you think, it’s not worth the effort. These are all excuses that
SESSION DESCRIPTION: The greatest men and women are very clear about their purpose.
Stand Tall in everything you do. Therefore, when you Stand Tall, you don’t think small.
prevent you from being the leader you can be. Steve will share how standing tall translates
into leadership skills. Steve has empowering life stories and lessons on how to Stand Tall
Through It All. Leaders don’t blend in. It doesn’t matter if you are 4’ 10” or 7’ 2” you can
They know that their lives are extremely significant. Knowing it, they intentionally seek to
uniquely express their passions, gifts, and talents. The discovery of their reason for
existence enables them to transcend countless barriers to success. This process equips you
to acquire the keys to discovering your purpose. You will learn why the fulfillment of
purpose is the ultimate measure of success. Once you learn these essential principles, your
entire perspective will change, and so will your life!!!
2.
“CORE 6 SUCCESS: REDEFINING THE PURPOSE OF YOUR EDUCATION
PRESENTER: Mr. Brian Smith, Founder, Core 6 Consulting, Philadelphia, PA
ROOM:
William Penn 1
SESSION DESCRIPTION: Success in our society is defined by academic achievement, followed by
“BULLIES, PARENTS & TEACHERS – OMG: HOW TO FIND MY OWN VOICE”
PRESENTER: Dr. Chuck Williams, Assistant Clinical Professor and Director
Center for the Prevention of School-Aged Violence School of Education
Drexel University Philadelphia, PA
ROOM:
University 2
SESSION DESCRIPTION: Students will explore and discuss issues related to bullying, selfesteem and peer pressure. Issues related to belonging and wanting to “fit in” will also be
examined. We will also view a few videos of youth discussing some of the challenges which
they face; this will provide the basis for interactive group activities. Youth will also have an
opportunity to share their successes, with the hopes of inspiring their peers.
3.
5.
“WHEN YOU STAND TALL, YOU DON’T THINK SMALL”
PRESENTER: Mr. Steve “Stand Tall” Bollar, Middle School Principal, Mt. Laurel, NJ
ROOM:
University 1
SESSION DESCRIPTION: Sometimes you don’t feel like standing out. Sometimes you just
want to blend in. Sometimes you think, it’s not worth the effort. These are all excuses that
prevent you from being the leader you can be. Steve will share how standing tall translates
into leadership skills. Steve has empowering life stories and lessons on how to Stand Tall
Through It All. Leaders don’t blend in. It doesn’t matter if you are 4’ 10” or 7’ 2” you can
financial gain, successful marriage and family, and finally a smooth retirement. Yet, what this model
of success fails to address is that humans are multi-faceted in their thinking and multi-dimensional
in their development. Consequently, there are 6 core areas of every person’s life that when in
proper alignment, allow the most fulfillment and a fuller experience of success. Learn what these 6
core areas are, as well as how to navigate the relationship between education, wealth, work, and
success.
6.
“CODE SWITCHING OR KEEPING IT REAL? A CONVERSATION ON
STANDARD ENGLISH VS ETHNIC SLANG AND HOW IT MAY AFFECT YOU”
PRESENTER: Mrs. Andrea Lawful-Trainer, Educational Consultant and Parent
Mrs. Robyn Tucker, Parent Abington School District, Abington, PA
ROOM:
Chestnut
SESSION DESCRIPTION: This workshop is designed to be a spirited conversation between the
youth and the two facilitators on the merits/ consequences of speaking in a manner that
may be misconstrued as negative or “trash” talking. When is it appropriate? Are you losing
your identity if you “Code Switch?” The presenters are parents of teenagers who sit on both
sides of the spectrum and will keep you laughing while giving you food for thought on why
first impressions are often lasting ones. Come and discuss with these adults how you can
remain true to yourself and keep your identity in an increasingly competitive school
environment without being perceived as offensive.
Stand Tall in everything you do. Therefore, when you Stand Tall, you don’t think small.
PAGE 8
LAST UPDATED: 12/5/2011
LAST UPDATED: 12/5/2011
PAGE 5
2 0 1 1 - 2 0 1 2 M I D D L E S C H O O L S T UD E N T L E A D E R S H I P I N S T I T UT E P R O G R A M
12:50-1:45
Delaware Valley Minority Student Achievement Consortium
Delaware Valley Minority Student Achievement Consortium
11:05-12:00 BREAKOUT SESSIONS II
1.
Delaware Valley Minority Student Achievement Consortium
11:05-12:00 BREAKOUT SESSIONS II (CONTINUED)
“LESSONS WE HAVE LEARNED: FINDING & MAKING TIME FOR SUCCESS”
4.
“WHEN YOU STAND TALL, YOU DON’T THINK SMALL”
SESSION DESCRIPTION: Student leaders from Cheltenham High School will come together to
into leadership skills. Steve has empowering life stories and lessons on how to Stand Tall
share the do’s and don’ts of navigating the sometimes slippery slopes of high school. The panel
Through It All. Leaders don’t blend in. It doesn’t matter if you are 4’ 10” or 7’ 2” you can
will discuss their own successes and struggles as well as give survival tips geared toward how
Stand Tall in everything you do. Therefore, when you Stand Tall, you don’t think small.
SESSION DESCRIPTION: Sometimes you don’t feel like standing out. Sometimes you just
want to blend in. Sometimes you think, it’s not worth the effort. These are all excuses that
prevent you from being the leader you can be. Steve will share how standing tall translates
their middle school audience might learn from their experiences. This workshop is studentcentered, and will include interactive discussion and time for questions.
2.
“BULLIES, PARENTS & TEACHERS – OMG: HOW TO FIND MY OWN VOICE”
PRESENTER: Dr. Chuck Williams, Assistant Clinical Professor and Director
Center for the Prevention of School-Aged Violence School of Education
Drexel University Philadelphia, PA
ROOM:
University 2
SESSION DESCRIPTION: Students will explore and discuss issues related to bullying, selfesteem and peer pressure. Issues related to belonging and wanting to “fit in” will also be
examined. We will also view a few videos of youth discussing some of the challenges which
5.
“CORE 6 SUCCESS: REDEFINING THE PURPOSE OF YOUR EDUCATION
PRESENTER: Mr. Brian Smith, Founder, Core 6 Consulting, Philadelphia, PA
ROOM:
William Penn 1
SESSION DESCRIPTION: Success in our society is defined by academic achievement, followed by
financial gain, successful marriage and family, and finally a smooth retirement. Yet, what this model
of success fails to address is that humans are multi-faceted in their thinking and multi-dimensional
in their development. Consequently, there are 6 core areas of every person’s life that when in
proper alignment, allow the most fulfillment and a fuller experience of success. Learn what these 6
core areas are, as well as how to navigate the relationship between education, wealth, work, and
success.
they face; this will provide the basis for interactive group activities. Youth will also have an
opportunity to share their successes, with the hopes of inspiring their peers.
6.
3.
PRESENTER: Mrs. Andrea Lawful-Trainer, Educational Consultant and Parent
Mrs. Robyn Tucker, Parent Abington School District, Abington, PA
ROOM:
Chestnut
“DISCOVERING YOUR PURPOSE AND PASSION”
PRESENTER: Mr. Edgar Mitchell, Assessment Coordinator, Eastern University Charter
School and Co-Founder, B.E.S.T. (Building Educational Success Together)
Academies, Philadelphia, PA
ROOM:
William Penn 2
“CODE SWITCHING OR KEEPING IT REAL? A CONVERSATION ON
STANDARD ENGLISH VS ETHNIC SLANG AND HOW IT MAY AFFECT YOU”
SESSION DESCRIPTION: This workshop is designed to be a spirited conversation between the
youth and the two facilitators on the merits/ consequences of speaking in a manner that
SESSION DESCRIPTION: The greatest men and women are very clear about their purpose.
may be misconstrued as negative or “trash” talking. When is it appropriate? Are you losing
They know that their lives are extremely significant. Knowing it, they intentionally seek to
your identity if you “Code Switch?” The presenters are parents of teenagers who sit on both
uniquely express their passions, gifts, and talents. The discovery of their reason for
sides of the spectrum and will keep you laughing while giving you food for thought on why
existence enables them to transcend countless barriers to success. This process equips you
first impressions are often lasting ones. Come and discuss with these adults how you can
to acquire the keys to discovering your purpose. You will learn why the fulfillment of
remain true to yourself and keep your identity in an increasingly competitive school
purpose is the ultimate measure of success. Once you learn these essential principles, your
environment without being perceived as offensive.
entire perspective will change, and so will your life!!!
PAGE 6
LAST UPDATED: 12/5/2011
LAST UPDATED: 12/5/2011
PAGE 7
2 0 1 1 - 2 0 1 2 M I D D L E S C H O O L S T UD E N T L E A D E R S H I P I N S T I T UT E P R O G R A M
PRESENTER: Dr. Jill Parker-Clark, Assistant Principal, Cheltenham High School
Mr. Craig Metcalfe, Teacher, Cheltenham High School
and High School Student Leaders from Cheltenham High School,
School District of Cheltenham Township, Elkins Park, PA
ROOM:
Ben Franklin 1
PRESENTER: Mr. Steve “Stand Tall” Bollar, Middle School Principal, Mt. Laurel, NJ
ROOM:
University 1