4th Annual “Creating a Culture of Character” Conference - March 17-22, 2012
The “Creating a Culture of Character” Conference is held annually in March. The conference is designed to support character excellence development throughout all community sectors encouraging the character-community concept. Character experts renowned in the fields of education, business, law enforcement, athletics and youth have presented to Western New York audiences encouraging dedication to nurturing character initiatives within their spheres of influence. Programs and speakers to inspire adults, as well as, middle and high school youth, are the focus of the annual conference.
Previous presenters include: Nick Vujicic, Life Without Limbs; Michele Borba (education); Ray Nash, Police Dynamics (law enforcement); Tom Hill, Kimray, Inc. (business); Steve Menzel, Character First!, (character communities); Mike Masters, Cross Training Football, (athletics and youth).
March 17-22, 2012
Conference Director: Suzanne McKenney (716) 646-5569
Previous presenters include: Nick Vujicic, Life Without Limbs; Michele Borba (education); Ray Nash, Police Dynamics (law enforcement); Tom Hill, Kimray, Inc. (business); Steve Menzel, Character First!, (character communities); Mike Masters, Cross Training Football, (athletics and youth).
March 17-22, 2012
Conference Director: Suzanne McKenney (716) 646-5569
Schedule of Events |
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Date |
Event |
Location |
Time |
Saturday, March 17, 2012 |
InsideOut Coaching Seminar - Day 1 Featuring Joe Ehrmann |
Michaels Banquet Hall 4885 Southwestern Blvd., Hamburg |
7:30am – 3pm |
(CLICK HERE TO REGISTER) InSideOut® Seminar featuring Joe Ehrmann- Saturday March 17th, 2012 Target audience: Including but not limited to: educators at all levels; sport coaches; district/school administrators; athletic directors; recreation department personnel; college students majoring in education or recreation programs; and any other adults serving in mentorship capacities for youth. Featuring retired NFL player and Riverside native, Joe Ehrmann, the ”InSideOut® Coaching: How Sports Can Transform Lives” seminar is a full-day program designed to encourage others to accept responsibility, lead courageously, learn the importance of serving others, and develop a cause beyond oneself. ***Please note: This program is not suitable for students still in high school or younger and thus their attendance is strongly discouraged by the presenter. More information about Joe Ehrmann can be found at: www.coachforamerica.org |
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Monday, March 19, 2012 |
InsideOut Follow-up Seminar - Day 2 Featuring Joe Ehrmann and Mike Masters |
Michael’s Banquet Facility 4885 Southwestern Blvd., Hamburg |
7:30am – 3pm |
(CLICK HERE TO REGISTER) InSideOut® Seminar featuring Joe Ehrmann- Monday March 19th, 2012 |
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Tuesday, March 20, 2012 |
Champions for CHANGE: High School Featuring Kevin Beers, Errol Lee, The Quizmaster… and More! |
Michael’s Banquet Facility 4885 Southwestern Blvd., Hamburg |
8:30am-2pm |
(CLICK HERE TO REGISTER) Champions for Change Leadership Program - Tuesday March 20th, 2012 |
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Wednesday, March 21, 2012 |
Dignity for All - Anti-bullying Seminar | Michael’s Banquet Facility 4885 Southwestern Blvd., Hamburg |
7:30am – 3pm |
| (CLICK HERE TO REGISTER) Dignity for All - Anti-bullying Seminar Target audience: Including but not limited to: PreK-16 Educators, administrators, and students of education from WNY Region This program will marry the character development approach with the anti-bullying message for dealing with the problem of bullying within the school community. Beginning with a focus on the scope of the bullying problem by highlighting current issues, challenges and opportunities on the state and national level, this seminar will also offer a balanced overview of the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, including the research and theory combined with practical applications. This session will provide guidance on the basic tenets of the program serving as a useful “first step” for any school considering implementation. The finale will illustrate a school district’s obligations for compliance (as currently available from NYS) with the Dignity For All Students Act, effective July 1, 2012, which will require school districts to revise codes of conduct and adopt policies to create a school environment free from harassment and discrimination, including cyber-bullying and sexting. |
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Thursday, March 22, 2012 |
Champions for CHANGE: Middle School Featuring Kevin Beers, Errol Lee, The Quizmaster… and More! |
Michael’s Banquet Facility
4885 Southwestern Blvd., Hamburg |
8:30am-2pm |
(CLICK HERE TO REGISTER) Champions for CHANGE - Middle School Youth Leadership Seminar
Target audience: Champions for CHANGE: Middle School students (grades 6-8) and their advisors from WNY schools Champions for CHANGE is a leadership program that encourages youth to take a stand for character excellence. This full-day program formalizes a youth component to champion good character, encouraging youth to help lead the charge for creating a culture of character through the initiation of character councils within their middle schools. The focus is to give a voice to teens regarding the expectation to strive for character excellence, thereby encouraging youth to become genuine character mentors. |
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| For more info visit the websites of speakers for Character Week 2011… | |||
Joe Ehrmann: www.BuildingMenAndWomen.org |
Dennis George: www.QuizYourMemory.com | ||
Questions may be directed to: Suzanne McKenney, Conference Director, at (716) 646-5569. Checks, money orders, or purchase orders can be made payable to Character Council of Western New York and mailed with registration form(s) to: P.O. Box 613, Hamburg, New York 14075. |
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