I recently delivered opening keynote and a breakout session at the North Carolina Dropout Prevention Conference at the Seatrail Resort in Sunset Beach North Carolina. Here are a few of the comments from the attendees:
“Franklin gave information to energize and engage students in the learning process.” Social Worker
“It gave me practical and fun methods to keep kids interested in learning.” Middle School Teacher
“Upbeat presentation filled with useful, thought-provoking interaction.” M. Holt, Assistant HS Principal
“Great presentation presented with much enthusiasm.” E. Musial, HS Counselor
“Awesome, I’d love more.” J. Butler, Counselor
“Fun, interactive, provocative ways to think about how to strengthen student engagement especially for at-risk learners.”
“His activities are simple yet thought-provoking. I learned more in one hour than I have in two or three days in other workshops.” T. Miller, Coordinator of Special Programs
“Dynamic and true to life. He makes a difference.” J. Tibae
“Franklin is right on target with problems in school and effective strategies that engage learning.” D. Davis, County Board of Education
“Fantastic! Practical knowledge with common sense.” J. Hall, Educational Consultant
“The program was very enriching and it impacted my life.” Graduate Student
“Excellent! Common Sense Approach!” D. Bowling, Safe Schools Program Director
“Good use of visuals, interactive and relevant.” P. O’nan, Curriculum Specialist
“He tells it like it is – it makes teachers keenly aware of academic learning needs. He truly shares a love for teaching. He understands student behavior.” E. Holley, Middle School Math Teacher
“Real issues, simply stated, broad application to most schools with real solutions.” HS Counselor