Jarrod
Jones :::(WATCH
VIDEO)
At the 1995 NCAA Dr. Pepper Invitational Basketball Tournament,
Jarrod was awarded an "All-star Student Athlete Award" by CBS
Sports commentator Jim Nantz. Jim Nantz is best known for commentating
the NCAA basketball tournament and National Championship games.
Following the banquet, Jarrod's life began to take a different
turn after personally spending time with Jim Nantz at the host
hotel and receiving an autograph that read, "Jarrod, thanks
for being a good role model."
Brock
Gill :::(WATCH VIDEO)
Forget what you know about illusionists: no cheesy tuxedos,
no rabbits to pull out of hats. Brock Gill leads a new generation
of edgy, daring illusionists, amazing audiences with his unique
stage show, dry wit, and mind-blowing escapes. His traveling
show is one of the largest of any touring illusionist and is
seen by over 300,000 people each year.
Clint Thomas
:::(WATCH
VIDEO)
Chaos Theory is an in-your- face motivational live presentation
that reveals the truth behind the destructive lifestyles that
our media driven culture is promoting to this generation.
Chaos Theory explores and exposes the lies, and hits head
on the consequences of the deadly lifestyles of drunkenness,
drug abuse, promiscuity, perversion, violence, bullying, self
harm, internet crimes and all types of high risk behaviors.
Brooks Gibbs
:::(WATCH VIDEO)
Brooks Gibbs grew up in a dysfunctional family shattered by
divorce and addiction. As a result his amazing story is one
of learning disabilities and emotional insecurities turned
into a compelling tale of life transformation! Blending truth
and humor, his story is powerful and relevant to all who hear
him. His mission is to inspire, resource, and coach others
to change the world with their story..
DREAM WEEK
feat. GROUP 1 CREW
(WATCH VIDEO)
Dream BIG! That's the message of Dream Week with Group 1 Crew.
In a world of low expectations and even lower self-esteem,
Group 1 Crew brings a message to kids that they can dream
big and achieve those dreams! G1C is able to reach the students
because they've been there. They have walked where the students
have walked and came out on the other side with a message
of hope and encouragement.
THE
180 TOUR feat. CASTING PEARLS
(WATCH VIDEO)
The 180 Tour has a passion to inspire students with a universal
message that although their future resides in tomorrow, who
they are today is what matters most. And within that character
for today grows an inspiration to go after their hopes and dreams
with hard work and perseverance. A message that shows the students
that the little decisions they make will have ripple effects
on their school, community, and world.
OUTCAST
BMX :::(WATCH
VIDEO)
There are those on the fringe of society that feel like outsiders.
These students walk the halls of our schools lonely, afraid,
and unnoticed by the in-crowd. Many of these kids fill their
time by skateboarding or riding BMX. Based out of Nashville,
Tennessee, the Outcast BMX stunt team is made up of highly
skilled riders that are guaranteed to amaze students with
their brand of high-risk aerial audacity and technical artistry.
David Mahan
David Mahan, CEO of Frontline Youth Communications, and Founder
of Frontline Youth Development Corps, is a man on a mission,
equipped with the tools and resources necessary to impact
today's youth culture. However, it is the fact that he is
a successful business owner, a devoted husband and a loving
father that make him a fitting role model for today's youth.
Ayinde Russell
Ayinde is committed to seeing youth dream the impossible.
By sharing his own life story, filled with challenge and transformation,
Ayinde encourages teens to avoid self-destructive patterns
and embrace the best. Ayinde easily connects with students
of all races and grabs their attention by blending his warm
charisma, comical story telling, spoken word and soulful singing
with a powerful, thought provoking message.
Grant Baldwin
Growing up, Grant always enjoyed challenging and inspiring those
around him to overcome obstacles and be something significant
in life. Having experienced multiple divorces within his family,
Grant knew what it was to turn hardship into hope. As a teenager,
he began to see how he could use his challenges to encourage
and empower those around him.
David Nasser
During the Iranian Revolution of 1979, David and his family
were forced to flee to the United States for safety. In the
years that follow, a young David Nasser felt isolated. He sought
acceptance from his peers, turning to everything imaginable
to fit in, but always felt like an outsider. His search for
acceptance would eventually lead him to living a life of character,
and a desire to share his journey with others.
