February 4, 2025, 9:00 AM – 12:15 PM
Virtual Event
Featuring Keynote Speaker:
Hotep - Educational Success Strategist, MBA, PMI
Disruptive innovator and Congressional award-winning author, Hotep is widely known for his proactive, “tough love” approach to education. He is a 15-year master teacher that has developed a reputation for requesting the most troubled students and transforming them into willing participants in their own education. Hotep is the founder of MAKE A WAY Consulting, where he helps schools across the U.S. create a climate of celebration and a culture of accountability. He is also the creator, writer and producer of the popular new anime brand, Black Lion and Cubs. Hotep’s profound work has earned him nominations for the Presidential Citizen’s Award and as a CNN Hero.
WEBSITE: https://www.makeawayschool.com/
SESSION INFORMATION:
You Down with OPP? Optimism and the Power of Positivity
In struggling schools, negativity can often become the loudest voice in the room. When it does, the toxicity spreads throughout the entire building creating a climate stricken with low morale and poor performance on all levels. This high energy workshop will explain how this condition starts, why it persists and how to change it to bridge community involvement/ engagement.
ATTENDEES WILL:
1. Understand how and why negativity takes over
2. Identify the impact of the lack of optimism
3. Learn how to implement interventions to create positive school climate and enhance community partnerships