PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
​​The Man In The Black Chucks realizes it requires a village to impact a child's life. From parents in the home to educators and staff members at the school, to members of the community in the neighborhood. Everyone contributes to the outcome of our youth's future. Allow me to assist your group in achieving our mutual goal of helping our next generation reach their full potential! As a kid born into poverty and my dad being incarcerated I dealt with a ton of anxiety and depression due to the bullying at school. I eventually overcame the peer pressure of the streets and created my own path. I can relate to today's youth because I've experienced their struggles. 
Request The Man In The Black Chucks at your next professional development, learning workshop or conference!
Professional Development workshops are ENGAGING & a POWERFUL EXPERIENCE!
Kinasha Brown
ASST. SUPERINTENDENT OF EQUITY, DIVERSITY, & INCLUSIVENESS 
TUCSON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 

KEYNOTES
The Man In The Black Chucks provides professional development presentations and keynotes (virtual or onsite) for educators, staff and parents!

These experiences are interactive, explosive and memorable from start to finish! You will have staff members reciting positive affirmations, supporting co-worker differences, and in the right mindset for the school year.

From nothing to one of the Top 28 public speakers in the world! He just competed against 30,000 other speakers for The World Championship of Public Speaking in August 2022. ​
When is your next professional development, learning workshop or conference? Let's PLAN! 

HERE'S WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT!!!!

(85+) School districts he has provided Professional Development for include:

CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS and TUCSON UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
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A-C Central CUSD #262, Beardstown CUSD #15, Brown County CUSD #1, Central CUSD #3, Franklin CUSD #1, Griggsville/Perry CUSD #4, Jacksonville CUSD #117, Liberty CUSD #2, Mendon CUSD #4, Meredosia Chambersburg CUSD #11, , Payson CUSD #1, Pikeland CUSD #10, Pleasant Hill CUSD #3, Quincy CUSD #172, Scott-Morgan CUSD #2, Triopia CUSD #27, Virginia CUSD #64, Waverly CUSD #6, Western CUSD #12, and Winchester CUSD #1. 

Havana District 126, Illini Central District 189, Midwest Central District 191, Washington District 50, Central District 51, Washington District 52, Creve Coeur District 76, Robein District 85, East Peoria District 86, Rankin District 98, North Pekin-Marquette Heights District 102, Pekin District 108, South Pekin District 137, Pekin Community High School 303, Washington Community High School 308, East Peoria Community High School 309, Spring Lake District 606, Deer Creek-Mackinaw District 701, Tremont District 702, Delavan District 703, Morton District 709, Metamora Grade District 1, Riverview Grade District 2, Fieldcrest District 6, El Paso-Gridley District 11, Lowpoint-Washburn District 21, Roanoke-Benson District 60, Germantown Hills District 69, Metamora High School District 122, and Eureka District 140. 

Astoria #1, Bushnell-Prairie City #170, Canton #66, Carthage Elementary #317, Dallas Elementary #327, Fulton County #3, Hamilton #328, Illini West #307, La Harpe #347, Lewistown #97, Macomb #185., Nauvoo-Colusa #325, ROYALS Canton, ROYALS Carthage, ROYALS Macomb, St. Paul School, Sts. Peter & Paul School, Schuyler-Industry #5, Southeastern #337, Spoon River Valley #4, VIT COMMUNITY UNIT DISTRICT #2 , Warsaw #316, West Prairie #103 and WCISEC.

Abingdon-Avon CUSD #276, Galesburg CUSD #205, Knoxville CUSD #202, Monmouth-Roseville CUSD #238, Mercer County School District #404, R.O.W.V.A. CUSD #208, United CUSD #304, West Central CUSD #235, and Williamsfield CUSD #210. 

Presentations & Workshops

*School Staff, District & Department and Parent activity-based workshops are great for conference breakout sessions, professional/parent trainings and workplace development.
**In-Person or Virtually
"It was really PHENOMENAL! It brought ALL of us TOGETHER. 
I'm going to PASS THIS ON!"  ​-Counselor
​(2 hr Professional Development Culture & Climate R.E.A.L v2.0)
SCHOOL STAFF TRAININGS ​
  • "R.E.A.L v2.0" ~ Respect Effort Action Love ~ This is an interactive experience that helps staff members strengthen relationships and gain understanding of differences all while providing a caring community to support culture and climate. This professional training will be informative, interactive and motivational including pre-assessment, digital resource powerpoint, onsite/virtual workshop, personal and group challenges, effective communication training, small group activities, handout materials, post-assessment and 30-day follow-up. --Culture & Climate, Equity Diversity and Inclusiveness (2.5 -3 hr) virtual or onsite
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  • "C.R.E.W" ~ Career Readiness Exposure Workshop ~ You're fired!...Unless you know how to be apart of a crew. This session equips educators with the tools to effectively assist young adults develop and successfully apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to prepare students for workspace and college expectations. Includes supportive handouts, digital resource powerpoint, workplace trivia, small group challenges, and best interviewer award.​ --SEL, Equity Diversity Inclusiveness. Staff members, 1 session (1.5-2 hr) virtual or onsite.  ​
 
  • "WHY" ~ When, How, Y ~  (When did you start?, How did this happen? & Y is this me?) ~ Career Reconnection ~ This session re-equips educators and staff members with the connection to their life's purpose and defeat work burnout. Staff will learn effective techniques that will relight their flame within and gain tools to develop and successfully apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to live their life's purpose! --Social and Emotional Learning, Staff members, 1 session (2 hr) virtual or onsite
 
  • "Bullying Prevention Training: Identifying and Addressing Bullying in the School Setting" This course helps school staff members recognize and address bullying in the school environment. It focuses on identifying and responding to different types of bullying, as well as proactive strategies for preventing bullying in the first place.
 
  • "Creating Positive School Climates Through Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports Training" This course provides school staff members with an understanding of positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS). It covers topics such as creating a positive school climate, identifying and addressing problem behaviors, and developing individualized plans for students.
 
  •  "Inclusion and Diversity Training: Empowering School Staff to Create a Welcoming and Inclusive School Community" This course helps school staff members understand the importance of creating an inclusive and diverse school environment. It covers topics such as cultural awareness, recognizing and addressing bias, and promoting equity and respect.!
"Brought the ENERGY! Brought the emotions in us, out of us."
​(2 hr Professional Development Culture & Climate R.E.A.L v2.0) ​
​DISTRICT AND DEPARTMENT TRAINING
  • "Empowering Employees for Exceptional Customer Service" This training will provide employees with the skills and knowledge they need to effectively communicate with customers and provide excellent customer service. Topics may include communication strategies, active listening, problem solving, and addressing customer complaints.
 
  • "Unleashing Your Team's Potential: A Comprehensive Guide to Teamwork Training" This training will help employees learn to collaborate and work together to achieve team goals. Topics may include active listening, conflict resolution, team dynamics, and communication strategies.
 
  • "The Leadership Challenge: Unlocking the Keys to Success" This training will help employees develop the skills and knowledge needed to become effective leaders. Topics may include communication, problem-solving, decision-making, delegation, and team building.
 
  • "Creating an Inclusive and Diverse Workplace: Training for School District and Department Employees" This training will help employees create an inclusive and diverse workplace. Topics may include unconscious bias, cultural sensitivity, and recognizing and addressing discriminatory behavior.
 
  • "Navigating Stress in the School District: A Comprehensive Stress Management Training" This training will help employees recognize and manage the physical and emotional signs of stress. Topics may include recognizing signs of stress, identifying sources of stress, and coping strategies.
 
  • "Resolving Conflict in Schools: A Training Guide for District and Departmental Employees" This training will help employees learn how to effectively handle and resolve conflicts. Topics may include communication and negotiation strategies, assertiveness, and active listening.​
"Amazing! Engaging! A POWERFUL Presentation!"
-Principal & Parents 
(Parent Advisory Counsel session on Bully Prevention) ​
PARENT TRAININGS
  • "Building Bridges: Effective Parent-Child Communication Strategies" This training can help parents learn how to effectively communicate with their children in order to better understand their needs and ensure that they are receiving the support they need to succeed.
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  • "Unlocking Success: Teaching Study and Organizational Skills to Parents and Their Children" This training can help parents teach their children the skills they need to succeed in school, such as how to study, how to organize their work, and how to manage their time.
 
  • "Unlocking the Keys to Supporting Learning Disabilities and Special Needs" This training can help parents learn more about their child’s specific learning needs and how to best support them. 
 
  • "Empowering Parents to Foster Positive Behaviors in their Children: A Guide to Motivation and Success" This training can help parents learn how to foster positive behaviors in their children, such as motivation and confidence, which can lead to better academic performance.
 
  • "Parenting Through Stress and Anxiety: A Guide to Recognizing Signs and Coping Strategies" This training can help parents learn how to recognize signs of stress and anxiety in their children and how to help them cope with these feelings.​
"Amazing! It was INFECTIOUS! It was EMPOWERING!"
​-ICEARY President
 1 hour Conference Keynote (500+ in attendance)!
KEYNOTES
**The following interactive Keynotes are perfect for professional conferences, summits, graduations and assemblies. They are interactive, explosive and memorable from start to finish!
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  • "I'm That Kid"  an at-risk student must face life challenges as he overcomes peer pressure, bullying and self doubt in order to achieve his life's purpose! This is a powerful speech that takes listeners on an unforgettable experience of adversity, self worth and perseverance. 
 
  • "Did YOU HEAR THAT?" even when you think you've overcome your fears, they always find a way to sneak back in unless...Hold on for a rollercoaster of adventure as The Man In The Black Chucks attempts the unthinkable... facing his Biggest fear. 
 
  • "The Man Maker 2000" Have you ever wanted something and all you hear is no? No worries. The Man Maker 2000 has arrived! Who would have known a lawn mower could landscape the outcome of a pre-teens life and teach him the rules of success along the way. Prepare for the laughs and pains of making a way out of nothing! 
 
  • "Insert" Your Customized topic  ​
"I see them in you. You were deep! You touched where they are at. You were inspiring!"
-District Administrator
(1 Hour conference Keynote (500+ in attendance)!​
When is your next professional development, learning workshop or conference?
The Man In The Black Chucks journey leads him to many different places. Whether it's a conference of educators, a stadium of students, community event or church... Every step will count! 

 Events 

The Man In The Black Chucks passion for education leads his steps beyond the classroom. He has been booked by many educational institutions and community organizations across the country to empower their group to Step On Purpose. Here are some of the organizations that he has partnered with...

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